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Harbin Z-9 (Haitun) Medium-Lift Multi-role Helicopter (1994)


Authored By Staff Writer | Last Updated: 8/4/2012


The Chinese Harbin Z-9 series medium helicopter is a license-produced version of the French Euro-copter Dauphin.

Harbin Aircraft Manufacturing Corporation of China began local-license production of the French Aerospatiale AS365 Dauphin in 1981 as the Harbin Z-9 (NATO:"Haitun"). The original AS365 - a multirole helicopter - was developed in the early 1970s and saw its first flight in 1975 to which serial production began in 1978.

A militarized version then appeared as the AS565 "Panther" which considerably broadened the type's reach on the battlefield. Initial Z-9s were produced in China from kits delivered by Aerospatiale and was formally introduced into service with Chinese military forces in 1994. Subsequent production has seen the series reach 200 examples including a dedicated armed attack variant known as the "Z-9WZ".

The AS365 is now associated with the Euro-copter brand label as Aerospatiale became defunct in July of 2000.

The Chinese Z-9 retains much of the appearance of its French counterpart, proving the design sound and robust. The fuselage is well streamlined with the two-seat cockpit well-ahead in the configuration. Both pilots manage excellent vantage points from their respective side-by-side seating as most of the forward panels are transparent, allowing for unfettered upward, downward, forward and side-to-side views. The nose assembly is a short rounded cap. Aft of the cockpit is the passenger cabin which is externally dominated by large rectangular windows. The engines are situated atop the cabin and house a pair of turbo-shaft power-plants driving the four-blade main rotor and a tail rotor shrouded in a Fenestron assembly. The Fenestron assembly works to counter both the inherent torque effect of the main rotor blades (which tend to rotate the aircraft opposite the direction of rotation) and dulls noise levels of the tail rotor to an extent. While effective, Fenestron shrouds tend to be a costlier option than conventional open-air tail rotors. The tail rotor is driven by the engines via a shaft running inside the tail stem. Vertical tail fins are located along the sides of the stem and are extended out via short pylons. There is also a primary vertical tail fin atop the Fenestron shroud, integrated cleanly into the design. The Z-9 features a wheeled tricycle undercarriage that is wholly retractable, the nose landing gear sporting a pair of rubber-tired wheels while each main landing gear leg is assigned one.

The Z-9 is crewed by two personnel as standard with passenger seating for up to 8. The Z-9 can also accept medical litters in MEDEVAC roles and can haul up to 4,200lbs of internal cargo with seating removed. Beyond its transport and passenger-hauling capabilities, the Z-9 has also been developed into an armed helicopter capable of engaging armored vehicles, surface warships, "soft" targets and low-flying aircraft through various munitions options along wing stubs aft of the passenger cabin.

After some experience in construction and operation of the original Z-9 mark, the Chinese moved quickly to develop a mostly-indigenous version of the French design. Utilizing up to 70% local Chinese components, the Z-9B variant was unveiled in late 1992, undertaking a successful first flight in November of that year. After some slight changes to the pilot vehicle, serial production was begun in 1993 resulting in its adoption by Chinese Army forces the following year. The Z-9B model differs primarily from the French design by introduction of an 11-blade shrouded tail rotor as opposed to the original's 13-blade assembly. Introduction of the Z-9B quickly superseded the French-minded Z-9 production models.

The Z-9 is powered by a pair of locally-made Zhuzhou Aeroengine Factory WZ-8A turbo-shaft engines (essentially local copies of the French Turbomeca Arriel) mounted in a side-by-side configuration. Each outputs 848 horsepower which supply the aircraft with a top speed of 190 miles per hour, a ferry range of 620 miles and a service ceiling of 14,700 feet.

Since its inception, the Z-9 has been manufactured or promoted in several marks beginning with the aforementioned baseline Z-9, this based on the AS365N1 Dauphin. The similar Z-9A was then based on the improved AS365N2. The Z-9A-100 was the Chinese-centric pilot vehicle which became the production Z-9B.

The AS565 "Panther" is produced by Harbin under the designation of Z-9C and is a navalised anti-ship variant for the Pakistan Navy, outfitted with a dipping sonar array, radar warning receiver (RWR) and support for torpedoes among other needed changes.

The Z-9W (also known as the WZ-9) is the dedicated armed version that sports pylons along the sides of the fuselage (aft of the side cabin doors). These pylons can mount various ordnance options as needed (missiles, gun pods, rocket pods, etc.). The Z-9W is exported as the "Z-9G".

The Z-9WA brings along support for night vision equipment.

The WZ-19 is a stealth attack helicopter version of the Z-9 family and is currently in development. The design features tandem seating for its two pilots and is centered around the dedicated attack function with an applicable countermeasures suite and crew protection when traveling at low altitudes in hostile environments. A prototype of this mark is known to have crashed in September of 2010, undoubtedly a setback for the program as a whole. The H410A introduced the WZ8C power-plants as well as a Mast-Mounted Sight (MMS) which allowed the helicopter to remain partially hidden behind cover while identifying and tracking targets over-the-horizon. The H425 is a passenger-hauling VIP transport based on the H410A mark.

The Z-9 series has seen low export numbers to date, serving Bolivia, Cape Verde, Kenya, Laos, Mali, Mauritania, Namibia and Pakistan.

Pakistan is the largest foreign operator of the type with 12 examples (?) in service though of little surprise as both countries maintain a close working military relationship.


Specifications for the Harbin Z-9 (Haitun) Medium-Lift Multirole Helicopter

Country of Origin: China
Manufacturer: Harbin Aircraft Manufacturing Corporation - China
Initial Year of Service: 1994
Production: 200
Focus Model: Harbin Z-9 (Haitun)
Crew: 2 + 9
Length: 37.53ft (11.44m)
Width: 39.37ft (12.00m)
Height: 13.16ft (4.01m)
Weight (Empty): 4,409lbs (2,000kg)
Weight (MTOW): 9,039lbs (4,100kg)
Power-plant: 2 x Zhuzhou Aeroengine Factory WZ-8A turbo-shaft engine developing 848 horsepower each.
Maximum Speed: 190mph (305kmh; 165kts)
Maximum Range: 621miles (1,000km)
Service Ceiling: 14,764ft (4,500m; 2.8miles)
Rate-of-Climb: 1,800 feet per minute (549m/min)
Hard-points: 2
Armament Suite:
OPTIONAL (with armed variants):
Air-to-Air Missiles
Air-to-Surface Missiles
Cannon pods
Rocket Pods
Machine Gun Pods
Variants:
Z-9 - Base Series Designation of license-produced Euro-copter AS.365N1 Dauphin transport helicopter.
Z-9A - Locally-produced variant of the Euro-copter AS.365N2 Dauphin (improved) transport helicopter.
Z-9A-100 - Civil transport version; fitted with WZ8A series turbo-shaft engines.
Z-9B - Multirole variant based on the Z-9A-100 production model
Z-9C - License-produced copy of the similar Euro-copter AS.565 Panther series (militarized Dauphin); exported to Pakistan (Navy).
Z-9EC - Pakistani Navy Anti-Ship Variant; dipping sonar system; integrated radar array; radar warning receiver; increased countermeasures.
Z-9W (WZ-9) - Attack Variant of the base Z-9; added optics and wing pylons for armament support.
Z-9WA - Night Variant; FLIR system in chin turret; various optics.
Z-9G - Export Designation of Z-9WA production models.
H410A - Armed Variant; fitted with WZ8C series turbo-shaft engines; FLIR system in chin turret.
H425 - VIP Variant based on the H410A production model.
H450 - Proposed Unknown Variant
WZ-19 - Proposed Stealth Attack Helicopter; featuring tandem seating for flight crew.

Operators: Bolivia; Cape Verde; China; Kenya; Laos; Mali; Mauritania; Namibia; Pakistan

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Daily Times, 16 April 2013

Ghazanfar promoted

as Vice Admiral

KARACHI: Commander Karachi Rear Admiral Khawaja Ghazanfar Hussain has been promoted to the rank of Vice Admiral. Vice Admiral Hussain joined the Pakistan Navy in September 1975, and commissioned in the operations branch on July 1, 1978. He has also served in various fields and staff appointments which include Commander Alloutte and Seaking Squadron, Executive Officer PNS Shamsher, Commander Air, Naval attaché in New Delhi India, assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Training), Commander Naval Aviation, Naval Secretary and Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (Training and Personnel) at Naval Headquarters. He has also been awarded with Hilal-e-Imtiaz (Military) in recognition of his meritorious services. staff report
 
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Z-9D Dauphin

The new Z-9D anti-ship variant prototype is shown here. Based on Z-9C, Z-9D has been modified to carry up to 4 AShMs under a pair of stub wings against small surface targets. The missile could be the TL-10B developed by Hongdu, which is a light, radar-guided anti-ship missile used against smaller FACs and gun boats (<1,000t). Its range is 15km, speed is Mach 0.85 and its warhead weighs 30kg. However it has yet to see if Z-9D can carry the larger YJ-83K AShMs. The helicopter has a fire-control radar installed in its nose and two RWRs on both sides of the nose. It is also thought to have all the ASW equipment removed. The helicopter could also provide target coordinates to the surface ship via datalink so that the later could launch YJ-83 AShM for over-the-horizon attack. This anti-ship variant could be stationed onboard FFGs patrolling in the South China Sea. Two prototypes (001 & 002) were built. Currently at least two Z-9Ds are in service with PLAN (S/N 97x6). However the exact type of missile they carry is still unknown.

- Last Updated 4/16/13

could be an upgrade for the Z-9C
 
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Z-9D Dauphin

The new Z-9D anti-ship variant prototype is shown here. Based on Z-9C, Z-9D has been modified to carry up to 4 AShMs under a pair of stub wings against small surface targets. The missile could be the TL-10B developed by Hongdu, which is a light, radar-guided anti-ship missile used against smaller FACs and gun boats (<1,000t). Its range is 15km, speed is Mach 0.85 and its warhead weighs 30kg. However it has yet to see if Z-9D can carry the larger YJ-83K AShMs. The helicopter has a fire-control radar installed in its nose and two RWRs on both sides of the nose. It is also thought to have all the ASW equipment removed. The helicopter could also provide target coordinates to the surface ship via datalink so that the later could launch YJ-83 AShM for over-the-horizon attack. This anti-ship variant could be stationed onboard FFGs patrolling in the South China Sea. Two prototypes (001 & 002) were built. Currently at least two Z-9Ds are in service with PLAN (S/N 97x6). However the exact type of missile they carry is still unknown.

- Last Updated 4/16/13

could be an upgrade for the Z-9C

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The Z9D could be an interesting proposition. Are the Z9C's operating off PNS Alamgir or are they operating off the F22Ps solely? With PN's planned acquisition of 4-5 further OHPs coupled with the Turkish GENESIS upgrade and potentially Seahawks LAMPS III these vessels could potentially become potent ASW/AAD vessels if all plans and funding materialises.
 
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The Z9D could be an interesting proposition. Are the Z9C's operating off PNS Alamgir or are they operating off the F22Ps solely? With PN's planned acquisition of 4-5 further OHPs coupled with the Turkish GENESIS upgrade and potentially Seahawks LAMPS III these vessels could potentially become potent ASW/AAD vessels if all plans and funding materialises.

i believe there are plans to acquire 6 additional Z-9C/D's.

Facts about illegal Indian fishing activity inside Pakistan EEZ

Khalid Khokhar

Monday, April 15, 2013



Pakistan&#8217;s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of 200-nautical miles, designated by the United Nations, is overwhelmingly enriched in both living and non-living marine resources - especially the Indus Delta region has abundance of prime quality fish that entice the neighbouring Indian fishermen, who deliberately violate the international boundaries and indulge in illegal fishing activities in Pakistan&#8217;s EEZ.



Despite the best monitoring efforts of the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA), deliberate violation of Pakistani EEZ by Indian fishermen continues causing huge losses to Pakistan&#8217;s fisheries resources. Emotional stories regarding the plight of Indian fishermen facing persecution in Pakistani jails are published. Some of the convicted fisherman, when interviewed by the media, projected the predetermined theme in a parrot-like manner. NGOs, humanitarian organisations, respectable members of the society, etc, in innocence adopt the same stance and project the fishermen as victims of the circumstances beyond their control. Arrests are blamed on the insensitivity and highhandedness of the PMSA and other Pakistani law enforcement agencies.



The PMSA, being the sole maritime law enforcement agency, undertakes concerted operational efforts to prevent the poaching activities by Indian fishermen. In this regard, besides regular deployment of ships and surveillance by aircraft, a series of focused anti-poaching operations are also conducted in the Eastern Maritime Region.



To curb this tendency, Indian boats close to the EEZ boundary (10-15 NM) are cleared from the Pakistani limits towards India.



Even among those Indian fishing boats, which intrude deeper into our EEZ, only a few boats are apprehended and majority are cleared off. Moreover, children/elderly are invariably released/let go, purely on humanitarian grounds. The extent of the illegal activity is an indication of the lure despite the peril of apprehension.



However, regular patrolling and clearing of these fishermen by the PMSA ships has progressively resulted in substantial decrease in the presence of Indian boats. During the recent past (September 2012 onwards), 131 boats and 484 crewmembers have been apprehended, which is but a mere drop in the ocean. During the trials of Indian fishermen, the Pakistani courts adopt a humanitarian view and award light sentences from one to three years for this deliberate illegal activity. Frequently, as a goodwill gesture, the government of Pakistan releases them before the end of their sentence. On the contrary, the Indian law enforcement agencies mete out very harsh punishment to the Pakistani fishermen and they are kept away from the judicial process for a long time.



According to marine experts, quality fish is available in abundance in Pakistani creeks. The Indian fishermen deliberately take risks to fish in Pakistani territorial limits. Such poaching activities not only deplete the highly priced marine species, it also inflicts a loss of Rs8.1 billion per annum to the government exchequer. During January 2012 to March 2013, 184 boats, along with 606 Indian fisher-folks, who were fishing more than 25-100 NMs inside our EEZ, were apprehended. It clearly reflects the deliberate intrusion marked by mala fide intent, especially when all the Indian boats have Global Positioning System (GPS) installed in their boats that tells the exact position of the boat. These fishermen mainly sail from Okha or Porbandar in India, which are around 115 NM (148 km) and 135 NM (250 km) (I nautical mile = 1.85 km) respectively from our EEZ.



The boats travel even further ahead of the EEZ and their deliberate acts of intrusion are done well within Pakistan&#8217;s waters. Most regrettably, some violators are apprehended even 100 nautical miles inside our waters. These incursions are not restricted to a few &#8216;innocent inadvertent crossers&#8217; but at occasions number over 300 boats. The lure of the rich fish catch is extremely attractive and worth taking a calculated risk vis-à-vis the expected return. Moreover, the nets used by them are internationally banned, due to their very small mesh size.



On the contrary, any crossing by Pakistani fishermen into the Indian EEZ is indeed inadvertent as there is no fishing attraction in Indian waters. From January 2012 till end March 2013, numerous incursions of massive quantity (totalling thousands) were regularly reported in Pakistani EEZ. However, during the same period, only 12 Pakistani fishing boats were apprehended by the Indian Coast Guard units and that too in close proximity of the EEZ demarcation.



A hotline was earlier established in November 2006 for exchange of information and coordination between the two director generals. The intrusions are regularly conveyed to the Indian Coast Guards. Regrettably, the response has at best been lukewarm and no effective action to curb the ingress has been taken, indicating tacit state approval of this criminal activity.
 
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PN DIMENSIONS:


SUBMARINE FORCE


HISTORY


&#8226; PN Submarine Force was raised in 1964 as a lead sub-surface arm of Pakistan Navy and being the first in the region. It has a meritorious past history spanned over nearly 47 years and has unique distinction of operating nearly 5 different types of platforms to date.

&#8226; After the acquisition of PNS/M GHAZI (Ex-USS DIABLO) on 1 June 1964 from the United States, this submarine took active part in the Rann of Kutch crisis and in 1965 Indo-Pak war.


SUBMARINE FORCE HISTORY
&#8226; PN Submarine Force was raised in 1964 as a lead sub-surface arm of Pakistan Navy and being the first in the region. It has a meritorious past history spanned over nearly 47 years and has unique distinction of operating nearly 5 different types of platforms to date.

&#8226; After the acquisition of PNS/M GHAZI (Ex-USS DIABLO) on 1 June 1964 from the United States, this submarine took active part in the Rann of Kutch crisis and in 1965 Indo-Pak war. Mere presence of this submarine off Indian west coast and the threat she radiated, resulted in bottling up of IN Fleet in the safety of harbour, without posing any challenge to PN Fleet throughout the 1965 war. In recognition of meritorious feat performed by the submarine and valour of its crew against superior adversary, the Submarine Squadron was awarded

2 Sitara-e-Jurrat,
1 Tamgha-e-Jurrat and
7 Imtiazi Sanads.

&#8226; In 1971, PNS/M GHAZI was deployed off Indian east coast to draw a pull on IN Fleet employed along her west coast, thus diluting IN force quantum against PN surface assets and Pakistan bound shipping to a great extent. The submarine presented her ultimate sacrifice while engaged in offensive mining operation off Vishakhapatnam in Dec 1971. The submarine and her crew, comprising 11 Officers and 82 sailors, embraced martyrdom during 1971 war.

&#8226; Prior to 1971 war, three Daphne class submarines were also inducted in the PN Fleet from France, between 1969-70. These were commissioned as HANGOR, SHUSHUK and MANGRO on 1 Dec 1969, 12 Jan 1970 and 5 Aug 1970 respectively. These units also took active part in the 1971 war along Indian west coast. PNS/M HANGOR won the distinction of sinking IN Destroyer INS KHUKRI and seriously damaging INS KIRPAN astride Kathiawar coast and proudly ranked as first conventional submarine of the world to score successful hits against surface units in combat since WW-II. This act of courage and valour earned Submarine Squadron

04 Sitara-e-Jurrat,
06 Tamgha-e-Jurrat and
14 Imtiazi Sanads.

PNS/M HANGOR is peculiar in the sense that she won highest number of gallantry awards during combat, unprecedented in Pakistan Navy till to date.

&#8226; In 1975, Pakistan Navy learnt that Portuguese Navy was ready to sell her Daphne Submarines. Negotiations were started through French Navy for the purchase of one of these platforms. The first of these Daphne submarines, ex-Portuguese, "Cachalote" was purchased and taken to Toulon, France for a major refit. After the major refit, the submarine was commissioned as PNS/M GHAZI (S-134) on 17 January 1977, taking on the name of old GHAZI (S-130). The strength of Daphne type submarines in PN flotilla thus became four.

After nearly 34 years of meritorious service in Pakistan Navy, Daphne submarines were finally de-commissioned from active list in Jan 2006.

&#8226; In 1978, another opportunity came from France for acquisition of two Agosta-70 type submarines. These two submarines had been ordered for South African Navy, which was already operating French Daphne submarines. As a consequence of arms embargo on South Africa, these were offered to Pakistan Navy for purchase and induction in 1979 and 80 respectively.

&#8226; Pakistan and DCN France subsequently signed a contract for 3 Agosta 90B submarines on 21 September 1994, along with purchase of Kit of Material (KoM) for the fourth unit and provisions of Transfer of Technology (ToT). Key provision of this contract called for production of first boat in France, assembly of second in Pakistan and complete production of third in Pakistan as part of progressive transfer of technology. First of the class of the submarine was commissioned on 6 Sep 99 as PNS/M KHALID, which was inducted in PN Fleet on 21 Dec 1999.

&#8226; Agosta 90B design is based on Agosta-70 class submarines, which were already in service with French and Pakistan Navies. The platform features an AIP system and array of state of the art sensors and weapons. Fully integrated combat system presents tactical data complied through multifarious chain of underwater detection systems, including a VLF linear towed array sonar. OPTRONIC masts, integrated radar and EW support equipment provide higher operational flexibility and enhanced survivability against air and surface threats in a multi-threat environment. The inertial navigation system offers these platforms greater liberty of precise submerged navigation. PNS/M HAMZA, being the third submarine in Agosta 90B series is equipped with operational MESMA AIP, offering her enhanced submerged endurance over her two sister platforms. Retrofitting of MESMA on PNS/M SAAD and KHALID will be completed in due course. Importantly, all three Agosta 90Bs have received a new and highly proficient Heavy Weight Torpedo (DM2A4) as their main weapon.

&#8226; PN Submarine Force also takes pride in operating 3 X-Craft, which were transferred to the Squadron in Mar 2005 from SSG(N). This has enhanced the number of sub-surface units to 8 instead of 5 being operated prior Mar 2005.

&#8226; With the institution of Submarine Force in Pakistan Navy, an elaborate and well-structured Submarine Support Base, named PNS ABDOZE was also commissioned with an aim to provide logistic, accommodation, medical and other essential facilities to the tender Submarine units while in harbour and in preparation for their operational deployments. Another important milestone achieved in training and readiness of Submarine Command, Ops and Technical teams was the institution of Submarine Training Centre (STC), which initially operated at PNS ABDOZE and later relocated to PNS BAHADUR in 1980, housing all basic and professional courses of Submarine personnel as well as elaborate simulator training in ops, diving, propulsion and sonar tape listening disciplines.

&#8226; Recent addition to the Squadron is institution of Fleet Acoustic Research and Classification Centre (FARCC), commissioned in May 2008. This is in fact a PN capability, being managed by Submarine Squadron for the time being.

&#8226; With regards to Organogram, PN Submarine Squadron was initially headed by Commander Underwater Forces (COMUF); an officer of the rank of Captain. COMUF managed both Submarine Squadron as well as assets and manpower placed under PNS IQBAL comprising SSG(N). This appointment was later re-designated as Commander Submarines (COMSUBS), which remains in vogue to date, by an officer of the rank of Commodore. Both arms, that is PN Submarine Force and SSG(N) are now well segregated, as Submarines and X-Craft form SUBRON and Midgets Group respectively under Fleet Command, while SSG(N) is managed by Cdr SSG(N) under Coastal Command.

&#8226; PN Submarine Force also takes pride in the fact that it is the only Squadron of Pakistan Navy being conferred with the National Standard on 3 Jan 1997 by then President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Mr. Farooq Ahmed Khan Laghari. This is a testament of extreme sacrifices, meritorious services and role of PN Submarine Force as back bone of seaward defence and most potent offensive arm of Pakistan Navy.

TASKS AND ROLES
Some of the important roles and tasks defined for the Squadron are:

a. Improve operational availability of Submarines and X-Craft and maintain operational readiness at high standards.
b. Promulgate and achieve operational targets for Submarines and X-Craft.
c. Prepare and promulgate Workup guidelines for Submarines and X-Craft .

TASKS AND ROLES
Some of the important roles and tasks defined for the Squadron are:

a. Improve operational availability of Submarines and X-Craft and maintain operational readiness at high standards.
b. Promulgate and achieve operational targets for Submarines and X-Craft.
c. Prepare and promulgate Workup guidelines for Submarines and X-Craft in tandem with Flag Officer Sea Training.
d. Prepare and implement logical and consistent inspections and ORI plans.
e. Inculcate self-esteem and improve professionalism in the Squadron.
f. Improve qualification standards.
g. Improve safety awareness and operate Submarines and X-Craft in a safe manner.
h. Take comprehensive steps to avoid recurrence of defects.
j. Exercise economy in using available resources.
k. Improve administration and morale.
l. Gradually improve facilities at JNB.


FARCC

Fleet Acoustic Research and Classification Centre was established on 28 May 08. Commander Submarines acts as Chairman Standing Steering Committee of FARCC, whereas, reps of other Commands are members of this set up. It is a developing shore sonar classification setup, effectively integrated with capable Fleet units for the management of acoustic signatures. The mandate of FARCC also includes sonar classification training for fleet sonar operators. FARCC facility is functional with staff essentially provided by the Submarine Squadron, though the facility remains a PN capability/asset. There is major headway in acquisition of shore based interactive acoustic classification station. Recent achievements of the centre include:

a. Acoustic data forwarded by Fleet Units (Bathy, Acoustic and Machinery Signatures of PN Units) being compiled in Tabular, Audio and Pictorial form through indigenously developed soft wares.

b. Classifiers from FARCC are periodically boarding submarines and aircraft for acoustic data collection and training of operators.

c. Passive Sonar classification training.

d. Passive sonar classification workshop for UW specialist officers of the fleet.

e. Familiarization visits of nominated Fleet units.

f. A training room has been furnished for theoretical and on job training.

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AIR ARM

HISTORY TASK AND ROLES


PNS MEHRAN is the home of Naval Aviators. In the past 37 years, Pakistan Naval Aviation had been able to keep itself abreast with the changing technology and grew from a fledgling force into a mature professional Aviation force of today.

The first Naval Air Station, PNS MEHRAN, was commissioned on 26 September 1975 to support Fleet Operations. Seaking helicopter was the first machine to fly from this base, Atlantic and Alouette soon joined the Naval Air Arm. Taking a start in 1975.

Naval Aviation has grown to its present inventory of various multi role aircraft. The latest addition in the Air Arm is P-3C Orion Long Range Maritime Patrol aircraft (LRMPA), HBC 101 (IW/EW) Jet and Z9EC helicopter.

DETAILS OF SQUADRONS

&#8226; 111 ASW Squadron.
&#8226; 222 ASW Squadron.
&#8226; 333 ASW Squadron.
&#8226; 27 ASW Squadron (Fokker).
&#8226; 28 Squadron (P3C Maritime Strike Squadron).
&#8226; 29 ASW Squadron (Atlantic).

111 ASW Squadron
Sea King MK-45/45A helicopters were acquired from UK on 28 September 1974 and 111 ASV/ASW Squadron was established. PN Sea Kings are fitted with Exocet AM-39 Anti-Ship missile in ASV role and MK-46 torpedoes and Depth Charges in ASW role. The primary roles assigned are ASW and ASV along with infinite secondary roles such as SAR, MEDEVAC, HVBSS, Para Drop, VVIP/Passenger Ferry, MEDEVAC etc. Since its inception, 111 Squadron has been a linchpin of the PN operations. Be it a multi-national exercise e.g. AMAN, KAKADU or mass relief operation such as earthquake of 2005, Flood Relief Operations in Punjab and Sindh in 2010 and Flood Relief Operations in Sindh in 2011, 111 squadron has always been at the forefront. This squadron has the unique capability to undertake Night Search and Rescue over sea. The squadron is routinely tasked at short notices to undertake challenging and risk prone helicopter operations. At present squadron has 06 Westland Sea King Helicopters. Avionics suite of PN Sea Kings is being upgraded to enhance its sensors capabilities.

222 ASW Squadron
Squadron consists of six Z-9C helicopters. Newly established squadron is completely integrated with fleet operations. Aircraft is equipped with Radars, ESM and Sonar. It can also carry variety of weapons. The primary roles assigned are ASW and Reconnaissance along with infinite secondary roles such as SAR, MEDEVAC, Command and Liaison and Training etc

333 ASW Squadron
The Squadron came into being in 1970 following the deal with Royal Navy for the acquisition of two Whitby Class Frigates. The A/C was to be operated from ship&#8217;s deck in limited ASW roles i.e with MAD and MK 44 torpedoes. Later the Whitby class frigates deal was scraped however; the deal to procure Alouette helicopter from France was retained. The Squadron was formed in 1977 with four SA-319 Alouette aircraft. Initially four pilots were trained in France. In 1982 two more Alouette a/c with radar and in 2008 two Alouette a/c with upgraded instruments and avionics were added to the inventory of the Squadron. Presently Squadron has a total of 7 aircrafts in its inventory.

27 ASW Squadron
F-27 Fokker Aircraft were acquired in 1982 and 27 Maritime Squadron was established. Squadron is the nursery for fixed wing pilots, Navigators of Pakistan, and Foreign Navies. Fokker Aircraft are fitted with State of the Art Radar, ESM and FLIR. 27 Squadron is a multirole squadron performing variety of tasks like Surveillance, OTHT/VECTAC, ASW, Para drop, Logistic Support as primary roles and infinite secondary roles such as SAR, VVIP/VIP Ferry, Command and Liaison etc. 27 squadron proved as vanguard in earthquake of 2005, Flood Relief Operations in Punjab and Sindh in 2010 and Flood Relief Operations in Sindh in 2011

The squadron also actively participated in multi-national exercises of AMAN and Naseem Ul Bahr.

Recent addition has been of a sole ATR-72 Transport / MPA aircraft.

28 Squadron
28 Squadron is the linchpin of Pakistan Navy operations. It is equipped with latest RADAR, ESM, and Acoustic processor for sono-bouys and MMS for IR and optical search. It can carry multiple weapon load of Anti -Ship missile Harpoon and Anti-Submarine Torpedo / Depth charge. It performs various operations of Surveillance, Anti-Submarine Warfare, Anti-surface Vessel, Maritime Interdiction Operations, Search & Rescue, and Military Operations Other than War (MOOTW). 28 Squadron is actively participating in major exercises.


29 ASW Squadron
29 ASW Squadron was established at PNS MEHRAN in the year 1976, the 29th year of Pakistan&#8217;s independence and hence its name. This squadron is the front line unit of Pakistan Navy and had been entrusted with the tasks of Surveillance, Anti-Submarine Warfare, Anti-Surface Vessel, Over the Horizon Targeting, Photography, and Intelligence gathering and Training. The Squadron has flown BREGUET 1150 ATLANTIC which was a French origin all-weather maritime patrol aircraft, powered by two Rolls Royce Tyne MK-21 engines. Besides its other roles, it was capable of mine laying, delivering Air to Surface Missile (AM-39), Depth Charge (MK-11) and Torpedo (MK-46) at high speeds. Squadron has the unique distinction of firing the first ever &#8220;Exocet Missile&#8221; on 27th February 1985.

To validate concept of IW/EW Jet aircraft, very first IW/EW jet aircraft namely Hawker Beechcraft (HBC-101) was inducted in Aug 10. The Squadron is proud of the professionalism and dedication of its air and ground crew, who strive for excellence in every task assigned.

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SURFACE WARRIORS


HISTORY

Surface warriors contain diverse categories of platform, which are capable of carrying out multiple roles including surface operations, anti-submarine operations, anti-air operations, protecting SLOC, search & rescue operation, antipiracy missions, CMCP & Naval diplomacy, showing flag at foreign ports of call.

The Surface warriors have been grouped into various squadrons which include:

&#8226; 9th Auxiliary Squadron
&#8226; 25th Destroyer Squadron
&#8226; 18th Destroyer Squadron
&#8226; 10th Patron Craft Squadron
&#8226; Fast Patron Craft Squadron
&#8226; Auxron 21 Squadron


9th Auxiliary Squadron
The 9th Auxiliary squadron comprises 9 ships, i.e. two fleet tankers, two coastal tankers, two small tankers/ Utility ships and three Mine-hunters.

FLEET TANKERS
The two fleet tankers, PNS MOAWIN and NASR are the lifeline for PN ships operating on high seas. Brief description of the fleet tankers is as follows:
&#8226; PNS NASR
&#8226; PNS MOAWIN

COASTAL TANKERS
The indigenously built coastal tanker ships PNS GWADAR and KALMAT are the first generation coastal tankers of the Pakistan Navy.
&#8226; PNS GWADAR
&#8226; PNS KALMAT.

STUS
Small Tankers/ Utility Ships PNS RASADGAR and MADADGAR are the recently built second generation of indigenous coastal tankers. The ships are identical in design and capability, brief description of which is as follows.
&#8226; PNS MADADGAR
&#8226; PNS RASADGAR.

MCMVs
Three state of the art Eridan class MCMVs form a potent Mine-hunting force. One of the three ships was built in Pakistan, while the first two were built and commissioned in France. Their capabilities and characteristics are as follows.
&#8226; PNS MUNSIF
&#8226; PNS MUHAFIZ
&#8226; PNS MUJAHID.

Three state of the art Eridan class MCMVs form a potent Mine-hunting force. One of the three ships was built in Pakistan, while the first two were built and commissioned in France. Their capabilities and characteristics are as follows.

PNS MUNSIF
PNS MUNSIF is an ERIDAN class &#8216;TRIPARTITE MINEHUNTER&#8217;, the lead ship of the three mine hunters purchased from France. She was commissioned in the French Navy as SAGITTAIRE on 28 July 1989. As SAGITTAIRE, she proved her supremacy in mine hunting during the Gulf war by locating and neutralizing a record number of 145 mines. Ex SAGITTAIRE was transferred to the Pakistan Navy on 24 September 1992 and commissioned as PNS MUNSIF on 26 October 1992. The main utilization of the ship is to undertake mine warfare operations for seaward defence. The ship is capable of carrying out mechanical sweeping and mine hunting through state of art equipment.

PNS MUHAFIZ
The ship is an ERIDAN class TRIPARTITE Mine Hunter, the second of three Mine Hunters purchased from France. The ship was completely built in France. Her keel was laid on 8 July 1995 and commissioned at Lorient, France on 15 April 1996. On arrival in Pakistan the ship was formally inducted in the fleet on 18 September 1996. PNS MUHAFIZ is fitted with state of the art Mine Hunting System. The ship can detect and neutralize all types of under- water mines with her highly accurate detection and intervention system.

PNS MUJAHID
PNS MUJAHID is an ERIDAN class Mine hunter, built at PN Dockyard Karachi with the assistance of DCN Lorient. PNS MUJAHID is the first ever indigenously built ERIDAN class Mine Hunter. The ship was commissioned on 9 July 1998. With her highly accurate detection and intervention system, PNS MUJAHID can detect and neutralize all types of underwater mines. Special design features have been employed in the construction of this vessel to ensure low magnetic and acoustic signatures.


25th Destroyer Squadron
25th Destroyer Squadron consists of 6 x Type-21 class ship acquired from United Kingdom. Inducted in Pakistan Navy from 1993 to 1995, Type-21 ships form offensive punch of Pakistan Navy Fleet. After induction these ships have undergone modernization viz state of the arts weapons and sensor, thus enhancing combat efficiency in all dimensions of modern warfare. 25th Destroyer Squadron comprises of following ships:

&#8226; PNS TARIQ
&#8226; PNS BABUR
&#8226; PNS KHAIBAR
&#8226; PNS BADR
&#8226; PNS TIPPU SULTAN
&#8226; PNS SHAHJAHAN.

PNS TARIQ
Pakistan Navy Ship TARIQ was named after a great Muslim conqueror TARIQ BIN ZIYAD. His conquest of Gibraltar led to the extension of Muslim rule of Europe. The life of TARIQ BIN ZIYAD is full of achievements, which are source of great inspiration to Muslims all over the world; sailors of Pakistan Navy are no exception. They take great pride in serving onboard their ship that has been named after one of the greatest leaders in Islamic history. The present PNS TARIQ (D-181), ex-HMS AMBUSCADE, is the third ship in Pakistan Navy to hold this name. This ship was commissioned as PNS TARIQ on 28 July 1993 at Davenport, Plymouth (UK). She was the first of the Type-21 frigates to be built by Yarrow Ltd. of Glasgow and launched on 17 January 1973

Commissioned as HMS AMBUSCADE into the Royal Navy on 5 September 1975, she was the seventh ship in Royal Navy to hold this name. Her career has encompassed all aspects of a warship&#8217;s life from exercise to guard ship duties and from peacetime visits to the full heat of the war in the Falkland Islands. Present PNS TARIQ, being the pioneer of six Type-21's has been fully modernized in Pakistan with state of the art weapons and sensors. While being alive to the services rendered by her predecessors, PNS TARIQ is well poised to meet her commitments. PNS TARIQ has undergone a major modification with regard to her weapons and sensors. The ship is equipped with modern state of the art weapons, sensors and Command and Control system. PNS TARIQ is an ASW and AAW unit of 25th Destroyer Squadron of Pakistan Navy. The ship participated in LIMA 99 in November 1999 and was deployed for CMCP in 2004. The ship won the Efficiency Shield for the year 2003.

PNS TIPPU SULTAN
PNS Tippu Sultan is the third ship in the Pakistan Navy to have this name. The first one was an ex-Royal Navy &#8216;O&#8217; class frigate which proudly served from 1949 to 1979 and fought in the Indo-Pak wars of 1965 and 1971. The second ship to take this name was an ex-US Navy Gearing class destroyer which served the Navy from 1979 to 1993. She is the youngest of the Type-21 class frigates built by the Royal Navy. First commissioned on 15 April 1978, she served as HMS Avenger in the Royal Navy before handing over to Pakistan Navy. PNS Tippu Sultan is part of the 25th Destroyer Squadron of the Pakistan Fleet. The mission of PNS Tippu Sultan is to maintain the standards of professionalism and excellence which are a hallmark of the Pakistan Navy.

PNS BABUR
PNS BABUR (Ex - HMS AMAZON (F-169)) has been named after ZAHEERUDDIN MUHAMMAD BABUR, the founder of the Mughal dynasty, which ruled the Indian subcontinent for nearly three centuries. She was the lead ship of its class (Type-21 frigate) and was launched on 26 April 1971 at Woolston Yard, Southampton. Traditionally, PNS BABUR has been the Flag Ship of Pakistan Navy and had distinction of being Flag Ship during the two wars of 1965 and 1971 with India. The Ex PNS BABUR (C-84) also spearheaded the famous bombardment on Dwarka in the 1965 war. PNS BABUR is a front line destroyer of the fleet at the moment with state of the art equipment, weapons and sensors onboard manned by highly worked up, professional and motivated personnel. The ship is designed to provide effective defence of a convoy or other force against attack by surface ships or submarines. It is a highly maneuverable platform owing to its gas turbine propulsion which can attain a top speed of 30 Knots in 60 seconds.

PNS KHAIBAR
PNS KHAIBAR derives its name from a famous battle in 629 AD during which the seemingly impregnable fortress of KHAIBAR was overcome by Muslim forces led by HAZRAT ALI under the guidance of Holy Prophet MUHAMMAD (PBUH). PNS KHAIBAR is the third ship of Pakistan Navy to be so named and was commissioned in 1994. The first was an ex-Royal Navy Battle class destroyer. The second was a Brooke class destroyer obtained from the United States in 1989. PNS KHAIBAR (Ex HMS ARROW) is the third of six Type-21 'AMAZON' class frigates acquired from UK. These ships were basically designed as ASW frigates. However, they have been modernized by PN to combat effectively in all dimensions of modern warfare. Ship is primarily equipped for AAW and ASW operations with limited capability of anti-surface operations.

PNS BADR
PNS BADR (Ex - HMS ALACRITY (F-174)) is one of the frontline surface unit of PN which is equipped with modern weapons and sensors to effectively operate in multi threat scenario. Ship has participated in all sea programs with alacrity.


18th Destroyer Squadron

&#8226; PNS ZULFIQUAR
&#8226; PNS SHAMSHEER
&#8226; PNS ALAMGIR.

&#8226; The induction of PNS ZULFIQUAR in PN Fleet on 19 August 2009, led to the establishment of 2nd Squadron of Destroyers in PN. However, arrival of second F-22P ship PNS SHAMSHEER on 23 January 2009 marked the formal raising of this newly established Squadron which since then has started functioning at par with other Squadrons of the Fleet.

&#8226; Three F-22P Ships i.e. PNS ZULFIQUAR, PNS SHAMSHEER and PNS SAIF and 1st OHP PNS ALAMGIR have been commissioned and inducted in PN Fleet so far. 4th F-22P ship PNS ASLAT (Designated) has been launched at KS&EW and conduct of SATs will commence shortly. Despite the fact that the Squadron is newly raised, it has started functioning as a well-knit unit in complete harmony with other Squadrons of the Fleet. Presently the Squadron is Commanded by Commodore Asif Khalique SI(M)

PNS ZULFIQUAR

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF SHIP

&#8226; PNS ZULFIQUAR is the pioneer ship of the SWORD Class, F-22P Frigate Project. It is the third ship, named ZULFIQUAR after the sword of Hazrat Ali R.A. She was commissioned on 30 July 2009 in Shanghai, China. PNS ZULFIQUAR is able to undertake anti-air, anti-surface and anti-submarine warfare missions simultaneously. The ship has 76 mm main gun, SSM, SAM, Anti-S/M torpedoes and radar/ EO fire control systems.

&#8226; It is equipped with advance systems which provide better sea keeping, fuel economy, corrosion resistance and reduce acoustic and magnetic signatures. The ship is fitted with four diesel engines, driving twin CPPs and is capable of attaining 29 Knots of speed coupled with excellent maneuverability. The ship also carries a modern Z9EC anti-submarine warfare helicopter.

PARTICIPATION IN AMAN 2011

&#8226; Exercise AMAN-11 was conducted from 8-12 Mar 11. The ship actively participated in Harbour and Sea phases. This exercise afforded opportunity in enhancing interoperability between regional and extra regional navies thereby acting as a bridge between the regions. Ship also acted as host for PLA(N) ship MAANSHAN during the exercise. Saudi Naval Officers from HMS AL RIYADH visited the ship on 09 March 2011 during cross ship visit program.

PARTICIPATION IN COUNTER PIRACY DEPLOYMENT
&#8226; PNS ZULFIQUAR with embarked Z9EC-24 participated in Counter Piracy Deployment (CPD) from 27 September to 18 October 2011. During entire CPD, ship mainly remained deployed in Gulf of Aden (GOA) with short stints in Somali Basin (SB) and Arabian Sea (AS). CCTF-151 exercised Tactical Control (TACON) of the ship.

PNS SHAMSHEER

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF SHIP

&#8226; PNS SHAMSHEER derives its name from the traditional word sword &#8220;SHAMSHEER&#8221; used by the Muslims warriors in battles; considered as a symbol of valour and martyrdom in Islamic history. PNS SHAMSHEER is the third ship to be so named. The first ship of the class inducted in PN was HMPS SHAMSHEER (F-252) inherited at time of independence. It served the PN Fleet as an ASW frigate as well as training ship for cadets and sailors till 1960. The second ship was Leander Class ASW frigate (F 263) acquired from RN in 1988 and served PN Fleet till July 2002. Present PNS SHAMSHEER was launched on 31 Oct 08, commissioned on 19 Dec 09 at HZ Shipyard Shanghai, China and sailed for her maiden passage for Pakistan on 25 Dec 09. The ship is a forerunner frigate of PN fleet and an integral component of its operations.

PARTICIPATION IN MULTI NATIONAL CAMPAIGNS
&#8226; Ship participated in under mentioned multi-national campaigns:
a. Exercise Thamar Al Tayib. Ship alongwith PNS JALALAT and QUWWAT participated in Exercise Thamar Al Tayib at Wudam (Oman) from 08 &#8211; 11 Jan 11.
b. AMAN 2011. Ship participated in Exercise Aman 2011 held in Mar 2011 along with 11 ships from US, UK, Sri-lanka, Bangladesh, China, and Indonesia. A variety of ceremonials and maritime operations including live weapons firings, MIO/ VBSS, fly past, men & cheer-ship etc., were carried out.

&#8226; BRIDEX 2011/ 60th Pak-China Friendship Celebration. Ship participated in 3rd Brunei International Defence Exhibition (BRIDEX) 2011 from 5-9 Jul 11 followed by visit to Qingdao (China) from 19-22 Jul 11 in connection with 60th Pak-China Friendship celebrations. The visit contributed in fostering the time tested friendly ties between PN and PLA(Navy).

&#8226; Counter Piracy Deployment. Ship participated in Counter Piracy Deployment from 05 &#8211; 27 Jan 12 under ambit of CTF-151. During the deployment ship carried out Baseline Counter Piracy Operations (BCP) in International Recommended Transit Corridor (IRTC).

PNS ALAMGIR

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF SHIP
&#8226; FFG 8 Ex USS MCINERNEY, an Oliver Hazard Perry Class Frigate, was built in Bath Iron Works and later commissioned into US Navy in Dec 1979. It was second of the series of total 51 OHPs commissioned into US Navy. Apart from US Navy, Australia, Spain, Poland, Bahrain, Egypt, Taiwan, Turkey and now Pakistan are operating this class/ or ships constructed taking OHPs design. A total of 59 OHPs are active in various navies today. FFG 8 was handed over to Pakistan Navy on 31 Aug 10 and was subsequently commissioned on the same day as PNS ALAMGIR into Pakistan Navy at Naval Station Mayport, Jacksonville, Florida. PNS ALAMGIR is 453 feet long and displaces 4100 tons. It is propelled by 2 Gas turbines on a single shaft and can achieve speeds in excess of 30 kts in 100 seconds. Ship is well equipped for various national and multinational tasking. PNS ALAMGIR can carry two helicopters for multiple tasks.

&#8226; PNS ALAMGIR during its maiden voyage from USA to Pakistan conducted PASSEXes with Spanish Navy, Turkish Navy and Royal Saudi Naval Forces.

PARTICIPATION IN MULTI NATIONAL CAMPAIGNS

&#8226; PNS ALAMGIR is the only ship in Squadron which has successfully completed both CPD and CMCP deployment. Salient of both the deployments are appended below:

a CMCP Deployment. PNS ALAMGIR with embarked Z9EC participated in CMCP from 19 Jun 11 to 26 Aug 11. It was ship's maiden deployment after commissioning into Pakistan Navy. Apart from various national and coalition tasking, ship conducted PASSEX with HMAS TOOWOOMBA on 17 and 18 Aug in GOO (Gulf of Oman). Ship also visited Port Mina Ash Shuwaikh, Kuwait and Port Sultan Qaboos, Muscat from 02 to 06 Jul 11 and 06 to 10 Aug 11 respectively.

b. CPD Deployment. PNS ALAMGIR with embarked Z9EC undertook Counter Piracy Deployment from 02 Apr to 01 May 12. Ship remained deployed in GOA to conduct Counter Piracy Ops under the Tactical Control of CCTF 151, Rear Admiral Tanin Litikawong, Royal Thai Navy (exercising command from RFA FORT VICTORIA). During the course of deployment, ship remained primarily deployed for Baseline Counter Piracy Operations (BCP) south of International Recommended Transit Corridor (IRTC) and established RMP, monitored traffic in AOO and conducted BMP queries of merchant ships transiting through GoA. Ship visited Jeddah(Saudi Arabia) from 15 to 18 Apr 12. PASSEX was also conducted with HMAS MAKKAH with embarked helicopter.


10th Patron Squadron

10th patron Craft Squadron of Pakistan Navy comprises a number of small but lethal missile boats equipped not only to safeguard sea frontiers of Pakistan but also capable of delivering the offensive punch of Pakistan Navy, striking far deep into the enemy territory.

&#8226; PNS AZMAT / DEHSHAT
&#8226; PNS JURRAT/ QUWWAT
&#8226; PNS JALALAT / SHUJAAT
&#8226; PNS ZARRAR/ KARRAR (MRTP-33).

PNS AZMAT / DEHSHAT
&#8226; Pakistan Navy has inducted its first stealth Fast Attack Craft (Missile) as PNS AZMAT on 24 April 2012. The FAC (M) is capable of achieving speeds up to 30 Kts and equipped with anti- ship surface to surface and land attack missiles. The first class was constructed at China under Transfer of Technology (ToT) while, the second craft of its kind is under construction in Pakistan at Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works, which will be in service by middle of year 2013. AZMAT Class FAC (M) would augment Pakistan Navy&#8217;s combat potential and redress the regional balance of power. It will not only bolster the littoral defence of Pakistan but will also add to the offensive punch of Pakistan Navy.

PNS JURRAT/ QUWWAT
&#8226; Two Multi-Purpose Auxiliary Crafts (MPACs) with enhanced capabilities were launched in 2002 and were subsequently commissioned in Pakistan Navy as PNS JURRAT and QUWWAT on 24 February 2006. These crafts are fitted with state-of-the-art weapons and sensors with a max speed of 30 knots at full displacement. These combatants can be utilized in variety of roles like Maritime Interdiction Operations, missile attacks, air defence, ESM support, picket/ goal keeper duties, search and rescue etc.

PNS JALALAT / SHUJAAT
&#8226; The project of indigenously built JALALAT class missile craft was launched in 1995 at PN Dockyard, Karachi. PNS JALALAT, the first of its class was commissioned on 14 August 1997. Subsequently, PNS SHUJAAT was commissioned on 29 September 1999. Both crafts are configured to carry out missile attacks, air defence, ESM support, picket, search & rescue etc.

PNS ZARRAR/ KARRAR (MRTP-33)
&#8226; Multi Role Tactical Platform (MRTP-33) has been developed as a versatile multi role platform to perform variety of roles & tasks. PNS ZARRAR first of this class was commissioned on 26 November 2007 while PNS KARRAR was commissioned on 11 April 2008. Due to state of the art weapons & sensors and capability to sustain a speed of 35 Knots for considerable duration, these platforms are very effective to respond in shortest possible time.

Fast Patron Craft Squadron
&#8226; PNS RAJSHAHI was built at LOWESOFT in United Kingdom in 1965. She was commissioned on 8th March 1966 at Naval Base CHITTAGONG. Primarily the boat was deployed to carry out anti- smuggling and relief work operations in inland waters of the East Pakistan. Presently, the old vintage equipment has been replaced with latest weapon & sensors and the craft is actively participating in PN Fleet operations.

&#8226; PNS LARKANA is the first ever indigenously designed and developed fast patron craft by Pakistan Naval Dockyard, Karachi. She was commissioned in Pakistan Navy on 06 June 1994. The Craft is designed and equipped to conduct variety of tasks such as anti-air cover, search and rescue, logistics support and patrolling etc.


21 Auxron Squadron

&#8226; The 21st Auxiliary Squadron (AUXRON-21) was established in Feb 2011. The Squadron is commanded by a Captain Pakistan Navy. He is assisted by Staff Officers Ops, Technical and Logistics. AUXRON-21 Squadron fulfills the requirement of survey, dredging operations in AOR including training requirements for PN and allied personnel at sea which is conducted by a dedicated Sail Training Vessel. Squadron comprises of three versatile vessels which are as follows:

&#8226; S V BEHR PAIMA (Survey Vessel)
&#8226; D V BEHR KUSHA (Dredging Vessel)
&#8226; PNS RAH NAWARD (Tall Ship) [Training Vessel]

&#8226; S V BEHR PAIMA is an oceanographic cum hydrographic survey vessel, acquired from Japan in 1983. It is the only vessel of its kind available in the NAVAREA-IX, comprising Red Sea, North Arabian Sea and Gulf regions. Ship is equipped with variety of state of the art survey equipment and utilizes modern surveying techniques coupled with latest software to conduct hydrographic surveys as per International Standards. The hydrographic systems have been replaced from time to time and hence are parallel with modern trends and techniques available in the world. Ship has carried out extensive survey operations all along the Pakistan coast, creeks and Indus River. Accordingly, relevant series of charts on different scales have been published. Ship conducted joint hydrographic survey of Gwatar Bay with Iranian counterparts in 1993, which facilitated successful delimitation of maritime boundary between the two countries. Ship also conducted joint hydrographic survey of Sir Creek with Indian Survey Ship SUTLEJ in Jan-Feb 2007 to assist maritime boundary delimitation between Pakistan and India. Ship carries 2 Motor Boats, which are equipped with modern echo sounders and positioning systems. These boats are fully capable of undertaking hydrographic surveys in shallow waters, independently.

D V BEHR KUSHA
&#8226; Dredging Vessel BEHR KUSHA is a Trailer Suction Hopper Dredger (TSHD), which was built at Zhaobao Shipyard China in 2004 and formally inducted in Pakistan Navy on 15 August 2008 after necessary refurbishment/repairs. The vessel is suitably equipped with modern gear/ sensors to conduct maintenance dredging of harbours, approaches, channels and basins etc. The Ship is fitted with necessary navigational equipment such as Navigation Radar, Gyro, Magnetic Compass, Differential Global Positioning System (DGPS), Echo Sounder etc. The dredger is equipped with the single set of dredging pump assembly and high pressure water pump assembly. It has 02 suction pipes and 04 hydraulic pumps. Single side dredging gear is engaged in dredging at one time. Hydraulic pumps are used to operate the dredging gear i.e suction pipes, winches, gantries, swell compensator and bottom doors. All the dredging equipment is remotely controlled from the bridge.

PNS RAH NAWARD
&#8226; PNS RAH NAWARD (Ex-Prince William) was commissioned on 23 Sep 2010 at Hull UK. The ship was acquired from Tall Ship Youth Trust (TSYT) UK a charity organization which conducts character building of youth through sail training. Since commissioning the ship has been entrusted with the responsibility to impart professional, educational, moral and physical training to Officers and Men of Pakistan Navy in a befitting manner to imbue them with highest level of integrity, devotion, courage and honour. The ship being the first ever Tall Ship of PN provides a unique platform and opportunity for understanding the essence of teamwork, leadership, and enhanced self-esteem. Sail training provides an unconventional yet an extremely effective way of building many useful skills which can prove to be highly beneficial ashore and at sea. The ship is making a powerful contribution in shaping professional acumen of Naval Officers and Men to be self-sufficient and mutually supportive future leaders of Pakistan Navy.



PARTICIPATION IN COALITION MARITIME CAMPAIGN PLAN (CMCP)
Defence forces of Pakistan are contributing actively in the global fight against terrorism. This participation is in consonance with Pakistan&#8217;s government stance to fight terrorism in all its forms and their manifestation. In the maritime domain Pakistan Navy is contributing significantly towards counterterrorism efforts of Coalition Forces. Pakistan Navy is the only regional Navy forming part of the Coalition Maritime Campaign Plan (CMCP), which is the maritime component of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). The legal basis for OEF is UN resolution 1373 adopted by the Security Council in Sep 2001.

The maritime operations being conducted to restore international peace and security are also under the UN Charter Chapter VII. Ships of 25th Destroyer Squadron with embarked helicopters have been undertaking these deployments regularly.

PARTICIPATION IN MULTINATIONAL EXERCISES AND SAR MISSIONS
&#8226; Ships of 25th Destroyer Squadron have been actively participating in multinational exercises both with regional and extra-regional navies. Major exercises include AMAN, Inspired Union, Naseem ul Behr and Thammar Al Tayyab.

&#8226; Apart from participation in multinational exercises the ships of 25th Destroyer Squadron have been actively involved in various Search and Rescue and Humanitarian Assistance (SR and HA) operations.

Flagship of squadron, PNS TARIQ, was the first foreign ship to have provided assistance to thousands of stranded people in the islands of Maldives during Tsunami of 2005.


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PN DIMENSIONS


Admin Authorities


COMPAK
COMKAR
COMLOG
COMCOAST
COMCEP

COMNOR
Duties of COMPAK are to make Pakistan fleet a modern and potent force of regional significance and to ensure operational preparedness of Pakistan Fleet and direct its deployment in order to accomplish the assigned tasks.

Type Commanders and Units
&#8226;Desron-25
&#8226;Desron-18
&#8226;Subron-5
&#8226;Naval Aviation
&#8226;Auxmin-9
&#8226;Auxron-21
&#8226;Patron-10
&#8226;Raza
&#8226;PNTS
&#8226;Haider
&#8226;FMG
&#8226;WATT
&#8226;MHQ
&#8226;BEAMER

Duties of COMKAR are to be an organization with a reputation for excellence, staffed by well trained and highly motivated people, delivering quality services and serving Pakistan Navy with honour.

Type Commanders and Units
&#8226;PNS BAHADUR
&#8226;PNS DILAWAR
&#8226;PNS HIMALAYA
&#8226;PNS KARSAZ
&#8226;PNS NIGRAAN
&#8226;PNS RAHAT
&#8226;PNS RAHBAR
&#8226;PNS RAHNUMA
&#8226;PNS SHIFA
&#8226;PNSL
&#8226;STC

Duties of COMLOG are to ensure efficient and economical logistics support to fleet and all other PN units in order to maintain optimum material readiness and to undertake indigenous construction of naval vessels either independently or in concert with any designated yard.

Type Commanders and Units
&#8226;PN DOCKYARD
&#8226;NAVAL STORES DEPOT
&#8226;CLOTHING STORES DEPOT
&#8226;VICTUALING STORES DEPOT
&#8226;SUBMARINE SUB DEPOT
&#8226;DISPOSAL DEPOT

Duties of COMCOAST coastal command are to ensure coastal defence of Pakistan including Creek Area undertakes Harbor Defense and Port Operations of all ports, Ground Based Air-Defence of PN VAs/VPs and Special Operation concurrently, providing logistic support to Fleet and MSA units in AOR.

Type Commanders and Units
&#8226;COMWEST
&#8226;PAK MARINES
&#8226;SSG(N)
&#8226;CTS COASTAL
&#8226;NPM COASTAL

Duties of COMCEP are to ensure excellence in training and provide conducive and secure working environment for units in AoR through efficient logistic and admin support system along with looking after PN interest in AoR.

Type Commanders and Units
&#8226;PN War College
&#8226;PNS Punjab

Duties of COMNOR are to ensure requisite growth/advancement in units under command in order to achieve/accomplish respective vision/mission of every unit and to provide administrative support in AOR through PNS ZAFAR, medical facility through PNS HAFEEZ, security through NSU and provost facilities through NPU.

Type Commanders and Units
&#8226; PNS HAFEEZ
&#8226; PNS ZAFAR
&#8226; NSU


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Construction Numbers of this Model in this Organisation:

C/N.......... Mod..... Built...... ID In this Organisation.
wa 797..... mk45.. 1974.. 4510: 111 sqd, test serial GG-BNCV
wa 798.... mk45.. 1974.. 4511: to 111 sqd, test serial G-BNCU
wa 799.... mk45.. 1974.. 4512: to 111 sqd, test serial G-17-23
wa 800... mk45.. 1974.. 4513: To 111 Sq. w/o 8 Feb 1986. Replaced by Mk45A 4516 in Jan 198+ UK test serial G-17-24
wa 801.... mk45.. 1974.. 4514: to 111 sqd, test serial G-BCNW
wa 802.... mk45.. 1974.. 4515: to 111 sqd, test serial G-17-266
wa 959.... has.5.. 1986.. 4516: Mk.45A; to 111 sqd jan1989. ex RN Has.5 ZE421
ZE421:..... RN HAS.5;........... to ZG935 Westland; 1989 Pakistan as Mk.45A 45+
 
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Survey Vessel BEHR PAIMA, designed and equipped suitably with modern equipment and sensors to conduct hydrographic surveys and oceanographic research. The ship has six deck winches and three laboratories with range of survey equpments/instruments. Hydrogaphic equipment includes variety of Differential GPS, Microwave Positioning systems, Top of the line Dual Frequency Echo Sounders, Multibeam and Side Scan Sonars, Radio Tide Gauges, Profilers, Current Meters, CTD and Hydrographic data acquisition and processing softwares. In addition, the ship has Oceanographic and Geophysical instruments to conduct oceanographic research. The ship has two Survey Boats equipped with DGPS and latest survey equipment to facilitate survey of shallow and inshore waters. Ship is also fitted with ECDIS for electronic navigation
 
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PAKISTAN NAVY PARTICIPATION IN COALITION MARITIME CAMPAIGN PLAN (CMCP)


Defence forces of Pakistan are contributing actively in the Global War on Terror. This participation is in consonance with Pakistan&#8217;s government stance to fight terrorism in all its manifestation. In the maritime domain Pakistan Navy is contributing significantly towards counter-terrorism efforts of US-led CoalitionForce. Pakistan Navy is the only regional Navy forming part of the Coalition Maritime Campaign Plan (CMCP), which is the maritime component of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) the code name for US counter terrorism operations in the region. The legal basis for OEF is UN resolution 1373 adopted by the Security Council in Sep 01. The maritime operation currently being conducted to restore international peace and security are also being conducted under the UN Charter Chapter VII.

In this ongoing campaign, Pakistan has once again emerged as the front line state besides being the most active partner in coalition campaign. In pursuance of Government Policies, Pakistan Navy is committed to provide one ship with embarked helicopter in CMCP.

Pakistan Navy participation in OEF has been par excellence. To date 13 Pakistan Navy ships with embarked helicopters have been
deployed in the CMCP in undermentioned sequence.

Ship (Type-21 Frigate with helo)..... From.......... To

PNS KHAIBAR............................... 25 Apr 04.... 10 Jun 04
PNS TARIQ.................................. 09 Jun 04..... 06 Aug 04
PNS SHAHJAHAN........................... 30 Jul 04...... 04 Oct 04
PNS BABUR.................................. 06 Oct 04..... 07 Dec 04
PNS TIPPU SULTAN........................ 08 Dec 04..... 11 Feb 05
PNS SHAHJAHAN........................... 13 Feb 05....... 13 Apr 05
PNS TARIQ................................... 16 Apr 05....... 11 Jun 05
PNS BABUR................................... 16 Jun 05....... 15 Aug 05
PNS SHAHJAHAN............................ 16 Aug 05....... 14 Oct 05
PNS BADR..................................... 25 Oct 05....... 26 Dec 05
PNS TIPPU SULTAN........................ 31 Dec 05........ 03 Mar 06
PNS BABUR.................................. 10 Mar 06......... 06 May 06
PNS TARIQ.................................. 10 May 06 Presently Deployed

In recognition of Pakistan Navy&#8217;s professional ability and increased mutual confidence, Pakistan Navy had been offered the Command of Task Force 150. The Area of Responsibility (AOR) of Task Force-150 is Gulf of Oman, North Arabian Sea, Red Sea and Horn of Africa.

Pakistan Navy took over the command of multinational Task Force-150 in a simple but an impressive ceremony held on 24 Mar 06 at Bahrain. Rear Admiral Shahid Iqbal SI(M) took over the command from outgoing Dutch CTF-150 (Commodore Hank Ort). Vice Admiral Mohammad Haroon HI (M), TB.t Vice Chief of the Naval Staff and Vice Admiral Patrick M Walsh CDR US NAVCENT were also present on the occasion.

Allocation of Command of Task Force -150 to Pakistan Navy is a reflection of Pakistan Navy&#8217;s professional competence and acumen through which it has made its place amongst coalition partners in such a short span of time. Pakistan Navy is looking forward to perform the job with highest standards of professional excellence and pride. The efforts made by Pakistan Navy would indeed help ensuring safe maritime environment in the region besides projecting Pakistan&#8217;s good image in international community and provide recognition as one of the modern and progressive nations of the world.

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TRAINING ESTABLISHMENTS: PN WAR COLLEGE


Pakistan Navy War College, like any other institution of higher learning, has passed through an evolutionary process. Its nascent days started with Pakistan Navy Staff School , which was established at Manora Island Karachi in 1968 to conduct Junior Staff Courses to teach elementary staff work; for regular staff courses, however, officers were sent abroad. As the requirement of staff course qualified officers increased with time, Pakistan Navy War College was established in 1971, in a small building in PNS KARSAZ, Shahrae Faisal Karachi. By 1995 the requirement of staff course qualified officers gradually increased manifold and it became inevitable to shift to a proper building. At this time, it was decided to shift the College to Lahore as the main
induction in the Navy takes place from Punjab . Since the College curriculum does not require its proximity to sea, hence it was decided to re-locate the College to Lahore , a seat of learning for centuries. A building on the Mall Road was acquired, altered to meet the purpose and inaugurated in August 1996 as Pakistan Navy War College .

25th PN Staff Course commenced at Lahore in Aug 96. Since then, the College has been conducting Staff Courses every year on regular basis.

COURSE OF STUDY

Presently, the College conducts a 40 weeks course at Lahore for officers of the rank of Lieutenant Commanders/Commanders. This course also includes Allied Officers from brotherly countries. On successful completion of Staff Course, the participants are awarded 'psn' symbol by the College and B.Sc. (Hons) Degree in War Studies by the Bahria University , Islamabad .

TRAINING PROSPECTS

The College has earned a place of high repute as an institution of knowledge and learning in the Armed Forces of Pakistan and Allied countries. A large number of fellow officers from Bangladesh , Bahrain , China , Egypt , Fiji , Ghana , Indonesia , Iran , Iraq , Kenya , Kuwait , Libya , Malaysia , Nigeria , Oman , Palestine , Qatar , Sri Lanka , Saudi Arabia , Sudan , Tanzania , Turkey , Uganda and UAE have graduated from the College.

COURSE DETAILS

The aim of the course is to train selected officers in carrying out staff duties and to impart them higher education, including a brief study of other Services, national and world affairs.

CURRICULUM

The curriculum of the Staff Course covers following:

a. The principles of effective reading, logical thinking, clarity and brevity of expression and staff procedures.
b. Management (Development of Managerial Skills).
c. Organizations and Functions of Pakistan Armed Forces.
d. Military Warfare covering concepts and principles of strategy and operations including the historical perspective and war gaming.
e. Principles of systematic planning and modern decision making processes to facilitate command decisions.
f. A background knowledge of politico-military factors and significant world political, economic and social influences on Pakistan .
g. Military Leadership.
h. Individual research paper on selected topics.
j. A course research paper on selected topic.

SYNDICATES
As many of the course activities are conducted in syndicates, the members are grouped into syndicates; each managed by a Directing Staff (DS). The syndicate grouping is changed after each term to provide each member an opportunity to work with other course members and with different DS.

Sponsor Students for Allied Officers. Pakistani student officers are nominated as sponsor for each Allied Officer. These sponsor students are to assist allied officers in their personal matters and brief them about the local laws, customs and traditions etc.

PRE-COURSE STUDY
Course members are required to read a lot during their stay at the College. They are advised to develop fast reading skills with an aim to grasp the essential of a subject, while reading a book or a document. The course members are advised to undertake preliminary studies on the following topics:

&#8226; Pakistan 's National and Military Strategy with particular emphasis on Maritime Strategy.
&#8226; History of Military Warfare covering both strategic and operational aspects.
&#8226; Concept of Modern Warfare.
&#8226; Pakistan 's neighboring countries.

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