Innumerable opportunities await officers to further their education after initial training at the PAF Academy Risalpur. Professional Courses pertaining to Flying, Engineering, Air Defence, Administration, Logistics, Meterology, Education and miscellaneous types are offered to the officers during their career. Main professional institutes are listed below:-

Introduction

Flying Instructors’ School (FIS) is one of the most established and prestigious training units of PAF. FIS was established on 15 April, 1952 at RPAF College Risalpur. FIS trains flying instructors, not only for the PAF but also for Pakistan Army and Navy. Owing to its high standards, the FIS has earned reputation outside the country as well. It has been training instructors from Middle East, Far East and Africa. FIS is also responsible for the maintenance of high standards of instructions at the College Of Flying Training, the Fighter Conversion Units (FCUs) and the OCUs. The Re-Categorization of Instructors in PAF is also the responsibility of the Flying Instructors’ School.

Training System

FIS follows a three dimensional training system including academics, flying training, and instructional technique. In academic training, students are taught different aviation related subjects to broaden their knowledge and create conceptual clarity about all aspects of aviation. The focus is on the instructional technique. The flying syllabus is designed to develop the flying skill of student pilot while concurrently developing his diagnostic and analytical skills about flying. During the course, the FIS faculty continuously guides the students in order to instill in them the qualities of a good flying instructor. These qualities include mental maturity, motivation, initiative, sense of duty and composure under stress.

Flying Instructors’ Course

Flying Instructors’ Course is conducted on MFI-17/SMK and T-37 aircraft twice a year. The course duration is 22 weeks with six working days per week. During the course, a student flies 53/56 sorties on MFI-17/SMK or T-37 aircraft respectively. The flying phases include General Flying, Instrument, Formation, Navigation etc. However, keeping in view the course objectives, the main emphasis would be on Instructional Technique, which constitutes 60% of the flying syllabus. Besides flying, a comprehensive academic training package is also delivered at FIS. During the course, over 187 lectures are delivered on Aviation related subjects with emphasis on Aerodynamics, Aeroengines, Meteorology and Instructional Technique. The course curriculum also includes various other academic activities like students' long lecture, five minute talks etc, with a view to improve the communication skills of potential Qualified Flying Instructors.

Introduction

Transport Conversion School (TCS) is located at Chaklala, Rawalpindi. TCS with its present structure was established in 1975, however, its history dates back to the independence of Pakistan in 1947, when a combined conversion school for fighter and transport aircrew was established at Maripur, Karachi. In May, 1956, transport flight was shifted to Lahore. In 1959, the squadron was shifted to Chaklala. In 1967 it was number-plated. With the induction of C-130s, it became Transport Conversion Unit. In April 1975 the Unit was re-named as Transport Conversion School. This school is responsible for conversion and training of Pilots, Navigators, Flight Engineers and Load Masters as well as the evaluation and standardization of all categories of PAF transport aircrew is the primary role of the School.

Courses Offered

Introduction

Helicopter Flying Training School (HFTS) is located in PAF Base Peshawar. This was established as Rescue Flight in 1963. It was later raised to the level of the squadron in 1965. From 1965 to 1995 the school continued to perform its primary role of providing Search and Rescue to PAF related flying and also to other aviation agencies operating in nearby vicinity. In 1995, the squadron was given the additional task of conducting Basic Helicopter Conversion Course and Qualified Helicopter Instructor Course. For this purpose the squadron was given the status of Helicopter Flying Training School in 1995. The main role of HFTS is Search and Rescue, Helicopter Flying Training including Basic Helicopter Conversion and Qualified Helicopter Instructor Courses.

Courses

The School has so far conducted 05 Qualified Helicopter Instructor courses, out of which four courses have been run for officers from United Arab Emirates and 17 Basic Helicopter Conversion courses for officers from PAF. The Squadron has also been facilitating delegations & officers from friendly countries like officers from Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates. In addition to this, the School has also conducted several annual categorization examinations of helicopter pilots of the PAF. In a short span of time, Helicopter Flying Training School has attained high standards of flying training and ground schooling. At present the school is recognized, both within the country and among friendly countries abroad, as a fine training institute of PAF.

Introduction

Air Defence Training School (ADTS) is situated at PAF Academy, Risalpur. It is the basic training institution for the Air Defence Contollers. Assimilation of Air defence in the main stream as an important corps, right at the onset of the training, has brought inter-branch harmony in PAF. The foundation of this premier institution as laid in 1975 since then it has trained large number of controllers including those from friendly countries.

Courses

Air Defence Training school runs basic Air Defence Weapon Controllers course for cadets and officers of PAF and friendly Air Forces. This course is spread over a total duration of 24 weeks with frequency of two courses per year. Air Defence Training school conducts the Basic and other courses on Air Defence. The school carries out two basic Air Defence courses per year for PAF aviation cadets and conducts other Air Defence courses as and when directed by Air Headquarters and also conducts training courses for foreign students.

Training at ADTS

ADTS follows a three-pronged approach for imparting training to its students. Apart from instilling air defence professionalism and inculcating self-discipline and high moral standard it also nurtures leadership qualities and intellectual strength amongst its students. Apart from testing theoretical knowledge and practical tests, all students are categorized at the end to grade their standard achieved during training. Extensive use of simulators is employed.

Introduction

Air Defence System School (ADSS) was established in 1978 at PAF Base, Lahore as Air Defence Modernization School (ADMS). Later, the school was renamed as Air Defence System School commonly known as ADSS and was shifted to PAF Walton Lahore in 1987. On 10th September, 2007, consequent to the shifting of HQ CAC to PAF Base Lahore, ADSS was re-located in the previous HQ CAC building at Kirana. The school conducts basic and advance training courses for operational and maintenance personnel on GMCC and high power Radars, communication, uninterrupted power supply systems, power generators and other equipment.

Training Structure

ADSS has a selected team of experienced instructors (officers and airmen) who conduct ops and technical courses for PAF personnel and Foreign Trainees. The instructors follow different instructional techniques keeping in view the service experience of the students. For the basic courses, block building concept of instructions is followed in which system knowledge is imparted to the students with special emphasis on all safety procedures. Theory classes are conducted in environmentally controlled classrooms, where e-lessons are delivered on multimedia utilizing modern training aids. Students are finally tested through e-testing in order to assess their theoretical knowledge. As far as practical training is concerned, students are operationally and technically trained on GMCC, MPDRs and YLC6 sensors (including their related equipment). For this purpose equipment of co located Air Defence units is utilized. Trainees are thoroughly examined at each stage of their practical training for safe handling and maintenance of the systems.

Academic Facilities

ADSS has an independent computer lab with DSL internet facility; this lab is also utilized for e-testing. Moreover, ADSS has an approved library of 1000 books.

Sports and Co-Curricular Activities

PAF Base Mushaf has all kinds of sports facilities. Sports facilities at officers' mess include a modern Gym, swimming pool, squash and tennis courts. These facilities are extended to the trainee officers. Airmen Trainees also participate actively in Base sports activities. Various co-curricular activities are arranged in coordination with PAF Base Mushaf, aiming to groom the trainees in line with social requirements of service.

Messing and Accommodation

Messing and accommodation are provided by PAF Base Mushaf to all the trainees of ADSS. Trainee Officers reside at Officers Mess, whereas Airmen Trainees are accommodated at Airmen Mess, PAF Base Mushaf. Same facilities are provided to the foreign trainees in accordance with their ranks/status.

Introduction

College of Education is located at Peshawar Cantt. The origin of the College of Education, PAF lies in Ground Instructors School (GIS) that was established at PAF Base Drigh Road in 1952 and later on shifted to PAF Base Kohat. GIS underwent reorganization in 1977 and renamed as School of Education and Management (SEM). SEM was shifted to PAF Base Korangi Creek in 1986 and was converted into JCOs’ Academy. The same year School of Academics Training (SAT) at PAF Base Korangi Creek was revamped and renamed as College of Education (COE). COE shifted to Air Headquarters Peshawar on 16 January,2007

Aim of Training

The college provides professional training to Education Officers and Education Instructors. It also provides extensive training to the newly graduated education officers in pedagogical and andragogical skills. It conducts professional and teaching techniques (TT) courses for officers and airmen to be deployed on ground instructional duties. It also awards teaching categories and reassess periodically all those ground instructors who are ‘TT’ qualified and deployed on teaching assignments.

Training Structure

The college provides conducive learning environment to all the course participants. In order to make learning enjoyable, interesting and effective, all the classrooms are equipped with smart boards, multimedia and computer related accessories. Teaching methodologies are also focused on student centered approach. Examination system varies from course to course as semester system is followed in B Ed courses whereas for the other courses the system in vogue in PAF is being followed.

Courses Offered

Sports’ Facilities

Apart from academic activities, the college provides ample opportunities for sports/co curricular activities. Physical training, parade and games are integral parts of these activities.

Messing and Accommodation

Suitable messing and accommodation is provided as per service rules and regulations.

Introduction

School of Logistics (SOL) is located at PAF Base Kohat. SOL as an independent training institute was established in 1992. After independence in 1948, a Supply Training Squadron was established at Maripur as part of Administrative Trades Training School (ATTS). The Squadron after transit through PAF Lower Topa and PAF Faisal, finally settled at PAF Base Kohat in 1958. The Supply Training Squadron at Kohat was responsible to train Supply and Catering Assistants, besides cadets of Logistics branch. In 1981, the supply officers’ training was shifted to College of Logistics at PAF Academy, Risalpur. In 1988, the then Chief of the Air Staff issued directives to establish an independent School of Logistics at Kohat to revamp and centralize all training activities of supply personnel on modern lines at a single point. Until 1992, training of Logistic and Engineering branch officers continued at Risalpur. However, in 1992, School of Logistics was established at PAF Base, Kohat to impart centralized training to PAF officers and personnel in the field of Logistics.

Courses

Training Structure

The school consists of Log Trg Sqn, ALMS Trg Flt, Cat Trg Flt and Edu Trg Flt. All the classrooms are equipped with multimedias and PA Systems. Medium of instruction is English. Examination system includes the Class Tests, Quizzes, Mid Term Tests and End Term Tests. Final test of Aero Apprentices is conducted by CTTB.

Sports and Gymnasium Facilities

The school also has a lush green football ground and beautiful courts for different sports. SOL Gymnasium has been established in September, 2008 in order to provide an environment where the trainees could be brought up in a healthy and congenial environment. A number of exercising machines like Butterfly, Bench press, Dumbles, Four Station and Roman Chair have been installed to facilitate the trainees.

Messing and Accommodation

They are provided with proper messing and accommodation within the premises of School to provide them homelike environment.

Introduction

Information Technology School (ITS) is located in PAF Base Lahore. In 1976 Directorate of Data Automation was established at PAF Camp Badaber, AHQ Peshawar to meet all computerization needs of the PAF. In January, 1998 Computer Training Centre was established in Directorate of Data Automation for training of Data Processing Assistants. In 1998, after the shifting of Directorate of Data Automation to Air Headquarters, Islamabad Computer Training Centre was named as Computer Training School. Directorate of Data Automation was renamed as Directorate of Information Technology in the year 2001. Later on CTS was re-named as ITS (Information Technology School) in July, 2005.

Aim Of Training

IT School is responsible to conduct IT Professional courses for newly inducted IT Officers, impart computer literacy to foreign officers and all branches of PAF other than IT Officers. The School also conducts extensive basic and advance training for IT Aero Apprentices on regular basis. Special/advance courses for IT Professionals are being carried out to provide advance training. Besides, IT School is responsible to train all technical and non technical trades (including Airmen and Civilians). IT School designs special courses for Airmen proceeding on posting abroad and deputation as and when required.

Training Structure

IT School has well furnished, air-conditioned classrooms. The classrooms have facilities of Multimedia and sound system through which lessons and lectures are being delivered with modern instructional techniques. Panaboard has been added to classroom environment so that instructional methods could be redefined. IT School conducts examinations in a secure environment using e-Testing system.

Academic Facilities

A computer lab is established which is equipped with latest computers having LCDs with multimedia support to conduct on-line exams and practical training. IT School has a vast and well organized Library with a variety of books for its students. A Computer Maintenance Cell (CMC) is also established for maintenance of computers as well as to conduct Maintenance Course. Internet with 2MB stream is available to facilitate the trainees and staff to enhance their knowledge and instructional capabilities

Academic Facilities

A computer lab is established which is equipped with latest computers having LCDs with multimedia support to conduct on-line exams and practical training. IT School has a vast and well organized Library with a variety of books for its students. A Computer Maintenance Cell (CMC) is also established for maintenance of computers as well as to conduct Maintenance Course. Internet with 2MB stream is available to facilitate the trainees and staff to enhance their knowledge and instructional capabilities

Introduction

School of Admin & Management is situated in the historical city of Peshawar. The Administrative Branch of PAF felt the necessity of an institute, which could impart advance training of administration and management to its young officers and general orientation of these fields to officers' of all branches of Pakistan Air Force. Keeping in view the aforesaid, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force, approved the establishment of School of Administration & Management in May, 2004 and the school was commissioned in May 2005.

Training Structure

School of Administration & Management is recognized as an institute, which inculcates and enhances overall administrative and management efficiency of PAF by transforming officers into effective managers of resources and also imparting refreshers and orientation training of Adm1n and management fields to the officers of all branches. The school has a body, which controls and supervises both trainees and staff for maintaining its quality standards in teaching. The courses offered are considered to be the most suitable for the needs and demands of growing Pakistan Air Force. The courses are aimed at producing decision makers equipped with the techniques needed to take the real problems. The courses emphasize the development of analytical abilities with a view to enable the officers to handle human & information resources in the best manner possible. Emphasis on communication skills, field works and seminars gives the student officers the confidence to take up and solve challenging problems and share their experiences with others. Our goal is to develop competence and confident among the trainee officers.

Main Contents of Courses Offered

The main contents of the courses offered include Public Speaking, Presentation Skills, Human Resource Management, Financial management and Accounting,Hygiene & Sanitation, Organization & administration, Principles & rules governing Service writing and Staff Communication, Orientation of security system in Pakistan, Dining in Nights procedures and practices, Pakistan Air Force law, General Service Training, Sports Management, Welfare activities, Accounting Concepts, Ceremonial and Protocol and Modern Management Skills.

Academic Facilities

The School has a library. The book ranges from management science, Law. Staff Communication, Accounts and current Affairs. Different weekly, monthly and quarterly magazines are also provided to the student officers. The School has a computer lab with internet facility. This facility updates the student officers on current affairs and syllabus related subjects enhancing their learning.

Sports Facilities

Sports activities are conducted regularly to improve the physical fitness of officers. The sports facilities available at Officers' Mess are bowling allay, badminton, gymnasium, squash, volley ball, football, cricket and jogging track for physical fitness test.

Introduction

School of Accounts & Finance is located at Air Headquarters unit Peshawar. School of Accts & Finance was established in Feb, 07 at AHQ Peshawar. The purpose was to provide a formal place of education and to conduct Professional Phase Training of Accounts' Cadets, Trainees & in-service course for Officers, JCOs / Airmen & Civilians of Accts branch.

Aim of Training

The purpose of SAF is to provide effective and efficient manpower to PAF for financial management and maintenance of accounts through quality professional training, in conformity with the service accounting standards. The task is to conduct initial training of Accts Cadets & Trainees as well as in-service course for Accts personnel.

Training Structure

Computer Based Training is imparted in line with modern teaching techniques and as per Automated Financial Management System (AFMS) requirements.

Facilities

SAF has well equipped computer lab having internet / intranet facility and a library to facilitate the undergoing courses of Officers/Airmen and Civilians at SAF.In door /out door sports facilities are available for officers /cadets at officers’ Mess Badaber and for Trainees and Airmen at SNCOs & Airmen Mess PAF Base, Peshawar.Officers are accommodated at AHQ Officers Mess PAF Camp, Badaber, whereas, Barrack No DD-3 has been exclusively designated to SAF to accommodate the trainees of SAF. Similarly messing facility is also provided at Airmen / SNCOs Mess PAF Base Peshawar.

Introduction

Aero-Medical Institute (AMI) is located at PAF Base Masroor, Karachi. The institute was established in October, 1957. The institute imparts training to aircrew medical officers and airmen in all aspects of aerospace medicine and flight safety. The institute has produced knowledgeable flight surgeons to practice the rapidly progressive field of preventive medicine termed as Aviation Medicine.

Aim of Training

AMI impart training in Aero-Medical Discipline that aims to promote flight flight safety and to reduce human error. The institute provides awareness about the hazards of modern flying with the possible protective measures against them.

Training Structure

The institute has modern training facilities like simulators i.e. I/V training arms and suturing arms. Regular terms vise quiz test is being carried out at AMI. Final examination is being conducted by Air University for Flight Surgeons and online examination by CTTB for aero apprentices. Selected trainees are examined by Sindh Nursing Examination Board on yearly basis. Classrooms, Pathological Laboratory, Library, and Computer Lab with Intranet facilities are also available at AMI.

Introduction

Provost Training School is located at PAF Base Chaklala. Prior to the establishment of the school, there was no formal training for APMs / Security Officers in any PAF training Institution. Officers used to discharge duties in the field of security without any security related background. They remained handicapped to subordinate staff. PAF personnel were dependent on the training institutions of sister agencies like MP School Dera Ismail Khan, Police College Sihala and other such institutions run by civil and military security forces setups. PAF provost was not in line with the civil police and other sister security forces. Besides, in the rapidly changing socio-political environment, the criminal investigation demanded scientific approach on modern lines. Therefore, the provost personnel also needed specialized training to keep up with the required pace especially in the prevailing volatile security scenario.

Aim of Training

Provost Training School PAF, has been delegated with the responsibility to impart professional knowledge on physical security aspects & investigation techniques on modern lines to PAF Provost Personnel. Accordingly, the Role and Task of the School is to imparting training on Physical Security Aspects & Investigation techniques. It also conducts Security Indoctrination of PAF Personnel and professional knowledge / practical police work on modern lines in the field of physical security / VVIP Protection to PAF Personnel deployed in Provost Set up.

Facilities

Provost Training School is established with a Forensic Lab containing Investigation Kits and various other modern security equipment. The facility is used to conduct and manage the crime investigation and crime scene processing on modern lines by using scientific methods. In this regard students are tested on practical case scenarios of simulated crime scenes of different nature. Besides, a high-speed internet DSL facility has also been provided in the library for the research work by the course participants.

Introduction

Explosive Ordnance School is situated at PAF Base, Malir Karachi and housed within the premises of No 105 Air Engineering Depot, PAF. The unit has two training blocks and two administration blocks. The EOD School is proud custodian of large inventory of modern and latest EOD/IED equipment inducted in the PAF. The EOD School was established on 29 June 2005. EOD training also came in focus and PAF EOD School was formally established in June 2005. The school is progressing with the passage of time and the EOD setup in PAF is undergoing a drastic improvement in equipment modernization and its operational applications.

Mission of the School

The mission of PAF EOD School is to provide specialized Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (IEDD) training to Officers and Airmen in the best possible ways with optimum efficiency. In general, the training covers methods and procedures for the detection, identification, recovery, evaluation and disposal of explosive ordnance. The School is equipped with latest training and associated equipment/facilities provided by the service.

Training

To train PAF personnel on disposal of air delivered unexploded munitions, to provide training on disposal of IEDs and life expired friendly weapons and to conduct research in new EOD and IEDD techniques and equipment.

Introduction

Career courses are designed for a steady progress to the higher ranks. The aim of these courses are to groom officers at junior, mid-career and at senior levels of Officership. Career courses are conducted in the following institutions:-

Introduction

PAF Air War College Intitute is the highest seat of learning in Pakistan Air Force which is located in the busy and bustling city of Karachi. During its formative years, Pakistan Air Force realized the need for an institution which could impart command and staff training to middle-ranking officers in order to prepare them for assumption of higher command and staff appointments. Therefore, in 1958 a Staff College was established at PAF Station, Drigh Road, (now known as PAF Base Faisal). Due to the restructuring of the entire education scheme for the PAF officers and as a result of progressive revision of the syllabi and college curriculum, the complexion of the course had acquired a much higher intellectual base over the years. A need was, therefore, felt for deeper studies of the art of war making and application of air power. After some major structural changes in the course contents, the status of Staff College was raised to that of a War College in September 1986.

AIM OF Training

The aim of the College is to educate air leaders in doctrine, policy, strategy and air power employmentconcepts with the vision of becoming an info-age college founded on knowledge, innovation and excellence. Our coveted core values are intellect, ingenuity and cognition.

The Senior Command & Staff Courses

Senior Command & Staff Course (SC&SC) is based on a one year correspondence element and an eleven week resident element. Staff Wing of Air War College conducts the Senior Command and Staff Course (SC&SC) for mid-career officers from all branches of Pakistan Air Force, Army, Navy and allied countries. Successful graduates are awarded the ‘psa’ symbol and BSc (Hons) degree in War Studies.

Air War Course

War Wing conducts an intense 45 weeks Air War Course spread over three terms of 15 weeks each. After the culmination of the course, the graduates are awarded “Fellow of Air War College” (fawc) certificates and MSc degree in Strategic Studies. Currently, the College is affiliated with the National Defence University, Islamabad.

Instruction Methodology

The instructions at the air war college are imparted on the university tutorial system modified to meet PAF’s requirements. There are no formal examinations but there is a grading system in practice. The criteria for assessment are based on the course members’ day-to-day work. The typical study activities comprise lectures, discussions, presentations, spoken and written exercises, seminars, workshops and study tours. Air War College has a rich automated library having more than 18,000 books and Internet facility. In addition to thousands of books, there are about 56 magazines and periodicals, as well as videos and CDs in the library.

Messing / Accommodation and Sports Facilities

The Air War College provides excellent service accommodation and other allied facilities to all members of Air War Course and Senior Command Staff Course for the duration of the courses. The Air War College hosts a modern, well-equipped fitness centre, tennis, volleyball courts, and an exercise track. Furthermore, within the bounds of Karachi city, there are many other recreational facilities which cater for most tastes.

Introduction

The primary objective underlying a wholesome training paradigm at JC&SS is the transformation of the officers into dedicated professionals, effective military leaders and enlightened human beings. The well-tailored study material caters for the intellectual growth, moral uplift, academic refinement and professional development of the student-officers. The JC&SS grooms the young officers of the PAF and allied forces to face the challenges of modern time by promoting a culture conducive to professional soundness. Junior Command & Staff School is located at PAF Camp, Badaber. It is situated approximately 12 kilometers from Peshawar International Airport and 15 kms from main Bus Stand of the city.