PAF - Hall of Fame

[chindit]

I am pretty sure the AM Dev Rathore claim is more bona fide about Sqn Ldr Rafiqui.

Agree

 

[courageneverdies]

Wing Commander
Mervyn L Middlecoat
(Sitara-i-Jurat and Sitara-i-Basalat​

)

On the outbreak of war on 3rd December 71, Wing Commander Mervyn L Middlecoat was on a training visit abroad. He returned to Pakistan immediately and joined operations with such keen interest that he inspired all squadron pilots. The day after his arrival he was detailed on a strike mission to the heavily defended jamnagar airfield. While returning after the successful mission he was engaged by 2 enemy Mig-21s. In the encounter his aircraft was hit by an enemy missile. He was heard to be ejecting in Indian territory and was officially declared missing in action. For his devotion to duty, determination and courage he was awarded a Bar to the Sitara-i-Jurat and Sitara-i-Basalat.

LONG LIVE PAKISTAN

KIT

 

[courageneverdies]

Wing Commander
Syed Muhammad Ahmad
(Sitara-i-Jurat and Sitara-i-Basalat)​

On 4th December, 1971 one of our combat air patrols over Dhaka was engaged by an enemy formation. With the arrival of more enemy aircraft the patrol was heavily out-numbered and the leader gave a call for help. Wing Commander Ahmad was immediately airborne and his timely intervention enabled the patrol to return safely to base. In the encounter Wing Commander Ahmad’s aircraft was hit by an enemy aircraft and he was heard to be ejecting in territory occupied by rebels. He was officially declared missing in action. For his personal example, courage and devotion to duty, he has been awarded the Sitara-i-Jurat and Sitara-i-Basalat.

LONG LIVE PAKISTAN

KIT

 

[courageneverdies]

Sqn Ldr Khusro
(Sitara-i-Jurat)​

Squadron Leader Khusro had retired from the PAF but was recalled for the war. In spite of many personal problems, he showed great keenness, courage, determination and fighting spirit. On 6th December, 1971, he volunteered for a bombing mission to Jamnagar airfield regardless of the consequences. He failed to return from the mission and was officially declared missing in action. His fighting spirit, determination and devotion were examples to all aircrew of the unit. For his outstanding courage and devotion to duty Squadron Leader Khusro has been awarded the Sitara-i-Jurat.

LONG LIVE PAKISTAN

KIT

 

[z9-ec]

Tremendous valour and devotion to duty. This reminds me of one of Mr. Jinnah's quotes:

"With faith, discipline and selfless devotion to duty, there is nothing worthwhile that you cannot achieve."

We're proud of our heroes.

 

[courageneverdies]

Sqn Ldr Muhammad Nasir Dar
(Sitara-i-Basalat)​

Squadron Leader Muhammad Nasir Dar, a signals officer, achieved Shahadat as a result of a direct bomb hit on his place of work during war. He continued to work in spite of the heavy air raid and declined to take shelter. For his devotion to his work above and beyond the call of duty, he has been awarded the Sitara-i-Basalat.

LONG LIVE PAKISTAN

KIT

 

[courageneverdies]

Sqn Ldr Ishfaq Hameed Qureshi
(Sitara-i-Jurat)​

Squadron Leader Ishfaq Hameed Qureshi was recalled from PIA for operational flying, with a B-57 Squadron. From the onset of hostilities he displayed distinct qualities of patriotism and aggressiveness to achieve positive results. This was a source of inspiration to other aircrew. Unfortunately, he was unable to return from his second mission of the war on 5th December, 1971. Ishfaq displayed exceptional determination and tenacity under very adverse conditions that existed at his base from 4th morning of December till the night he went for his last mission. For his dedication, courage and display of excellent fighting spirit he has been awarded the Sitara-i-Jurat.

LONG LIVE PAKISTAN

KIT

 

[Muradk]

Wing Commander
Mervyn L Middlecoat
(Sitara-i-Jurat and Sitara-i-Basalat​

)

On the outbreak of war on 3rd December 71, Wing Commander Mervyn L Middlecoat was on a training visit abroad. He returned to Pakistan immediately and joined operations with such keen interest that he inspired all squadron pilots. The day after his arrival he was detailed on a strike mission to the heavily defended jamnagar airfield. While returning after the successful mission he was engaged by 2 enemy Mig-21s. In the encounter his aircraft was hit by an enemy missile. He was heard to be ejecting in Indian territory and was officially declared missing in action. For his devotion to duty, determination and courage he was awarded a Bar to the Sitara-i-Jurat and Sitara-i-Basalat.

LONG LIVE PAKISTAN

KIT

I have a photo of Middlecoat flying F-104, F-6 in the middle flown by Flt lt Amer Ali Sherif SJ and me on left flying a Mirage it is displayed on a lot of forums. People at Pak Def have put that photo on there war gallery but have no idea who is flying or in other words never tried to find out who is flying it. It was a very historical photo PAF have all supersonic planes.
When my book comes out people are going to hate me because I have gone straight to the point and haven't given credits to people who were the real hero's tell me you shoot down a plane and 50% credit goes to GCI guys we got the medals and they got ****. They should have gotten medals with the pilots they helped. Another important thing which should be told to our civilian friends that they heard a lot of stories that the pilots used to get drunk they were useless and all kind of **** where written in those time about them but to tell you the truth yes all of it is right our own officers used to says man these 4 guys are useless and when the war started the first ones to take off Were the 4 guys who people used to say he is a drunked or a chersi. And these guys were outstanding when it came to Dog Fight and the ones who were talking against them were in CMH with stomach pain and all kinds of excuses. I can give you names but it would be appropriate to put a photo and then tell. There were pilots who used to come from a mission call the wife, Eat something and get into another plane going alone looking for Indians fighters. People like Middlecoat were not only great pilots they were outstanding Officers God Bless his Soul I did my Conversion under him. He was a typical British Officer, They way he talked, the way he used to talk to his seniors and juniors. A very gifted man .

 

[chindit]

I have a photo of Middlecoat flying F-104, F-6 in the middle flown by Flt lt Amer Ali Sherif SJ and me on left flying a Mirage it is displayed on a lot of forums. People at Pak Def have put that photo on there war gallery but have no idea who is flying or in other words never tried to find out who is flying it. It was a very historical photo PAF have all supersonic planes. .

It is aftaerall pak govt property

 

[Muradk]

It is aftaerall pak govt property

YES THATS IT.I AM FLYING THE MIRAGE. I will send Neo a photo of me flying the F104 at Mach1.8. over Peshawar 500ft talk about rush.

 

[Neo]

500ft over Peshawar at mach1.8?
Damn...I chose the wrong profession...I should have joined PAF!

 

[blain2]

YES THATS IT.I AM FLYING THE MIRAGE. I will send Neo a photo of me flying the F104 at Mach1.8. over Peshawar 500ft talk about rush.

Sir,

When is the book hitting the press? Also who will publish it and the title?

 

[batmannow]

I have a photo of Middlecoat flying F-104, F-6 in the middle flown by Flt lt Amer Ali Sherif SJ and me on left flying a Mirage it is displayed on a lot of forums. People at Pak Def have put that photo on there war gallery but have no idea who is flying or in other words never tried to find out who is flying it. It was a very historical photo PAF have all supersonic planes.
When my book comes out people are going to hate me because I have gone straight to the point and haven't given credits to people who were the real hero's tell me you shoot down a plane and 50% credit goes to GCI guys we got the medals and they got ****. They should have gotten medals with the pilots they helped. Another important thing which should be told to our civilian friends that they heard a lot of stories that the pilots used to get drunk they were useless and all kind of **** where written in those time about them but to tell you the truth yes all of it is right our own officers used to says man these 4 guys are useless and when the war started the first ones to take off Were the 4 guys who people used to say he is a drunked or a chersi. And these guys were outstanding when it came to Dog Fight and the ones who were talking against them were in CMH with stomach pain and all kinds of excuses. I can give you names but it would be appropriate to put a photo and then tell. There were pilots who used to come from a mission call the wife, Eat something and get into another plane going alone looking for Indians fighters. People like Middlecoat were not only great pilots they were outstanding Officers God Bless his Soul I did my Conversion under him. He was a typical British Officer, They way he talked, the way he used to talk to his seniors and juniors. A very gifted man .

its surly a hounr to at least , meeting you in this fourm!
i would like to salute you sir,

 

[Imran Khan]

ohhh aftr long time i got sir murad but sir you far away can you plzzz come down i wana take your photo

 

[Patriot]

Pilot Officer Samman Riaz Shaheed

and Pilot Officer Raja Jahanzeb (His plane crashed near University)