SAUDI ARABIA

RSAF joins 'Sindh Shield' exercise in Pakistan with six Tornadoes

October 04, 2024
RSAF Commander Lieutenant General Turki bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz sees off the Saudi contingent at King Abdulaziz Air Base in the Eastern Sector.
RSAF Commander Lieutenant General Turki bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz sees off the Saudi contingent at King Abdulaziz Air Base in the Eastern Sector.

Saudi Gazette report

RIYADH —
The Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) is participating in the "Sindh Shield 2024" military exercise in Pakistan. The departing group was bid farewell by RSAF Commander Lieutenant General Turki bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz at King Abdulaziz Air Base in the Eastern Sector.

The RSAF commander inspected the equipment involved in the exercise and received a briefing on the readiness of the air, technical, and support crews. The RSAF is participating with six Tornado aircraft.

Lieutenant General Turki emphasized that participation in the drills aims to strengthen relations and cooperation with Pakistani forces and other participating countries. It also showcases the capabilities and professionalism of the RSAF while providing air and support crews with valuable combat experience in irregular and electronic warfare environments.

Saudi Arabia, represented by its air force, is joining the "Sindh Shield 2024" exercise alongside the host nation, Pakistan, as well as forces from Egypt and Turkiye.


October 04, 2024
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