This where something like an AC-130 would be hugely beneficial. Of course it costs money to operate aircraft and they cannot be available at all times. Only countries like the US can afford to provide CAS for all of their operations.
I don't know anything about Icarus. Way branch is he? What's his specailty?
70% of ISI is not civilian. Not sure where you got that. And direct action in MOUT are very difficult missions. 45 days isn't enough to become an expert in that kind of warfare. You need constant training and...
I'm sorry but I can't take your word for it. It's a very different skill set to be in intelligence and to be skilled in urban combat. It takes years to master each and I have never heard of anyone in intelligence getting that level of training.
I very much doubt a civilian AD has the training to conduct direct action missions. This takes years of training to learn and master in Zarrar and other CT forces.
They do and can play a part in morale and even desire to fight till death. Or are you saying religion plays no role in the Pakistan Army?
Personal observation.
No, flight overalls are the best for ground crew. BDUs make no sense. They don't need to hide from anything. Overalls can provide flame resistance if made from proper materials and is better at protecting you if any oil or other fluids spill.