The Pakistan Air Force successfully conducted a flight test of the indigenously developed Taimoor Weapon System on Saturday, as reported by the Inter-Services Public Relations. This system was created by scientists at the National Engineering and Scientific Commission NESCOM.
The Taimoor Air-Launched Cruise Missile is designed to engage both land and sea targets with high precision at a range of 600 kilometers, carrying a conventional warhead.
It is equipped with a cutting-edge navigation and guidance system, allowing it to fly at very low altitudes, which helps it evade hostile air and missile defense systems. This precision strike capability significantly enhances the conventional deterrence and operational flexibility of the Pakistan Air Force, thereby strengthening the country’s overall defense posture.
The successful flight test demonstrates the technical maturity, innovation, and self-reliance of Pakistan’s defense industry. The launch was observed by senior officers of the Pakistan Armed Forces, along with distinguished scientists and engineers who played a key role in developing this advanced weapon system.
Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Air Staff, extended heartfelt congratulations to the scientists, engineers, and the entire PAF team for this remarkable achievement. He praised their professional excellence, dedication, and unwavering commitment to enhancing Pakistan’s defense capabilities.
The Air Chief reaffirmed that such accomplishments reflect the nation’s resolve to achieve technological self-sufficiency and maintain a credible conventional deterrent in the evolving regional security landscape. The successful test of the Taimoor Weapon System highlights the Pakistan Air Force’s continued focus on operational readiness, technological superiority, and national security objectives.
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