PAF Combat Commanders School

“The remaining training establishments are aimed at pilots of markedly differing levels of skill. At the top end of the scale, there is the Combat Commanders’ School which is responsible for disseminating advanced fighter tactics and doctrine. This has two subordinate units, specifically the ‘Mirage Squadron’ (with Mirage 5PAs) and the ‘F-6 Squadron’ (with F-6s). Instructor staff with the CCS are generally acknowledged to be the ‘best of the best’ and would also have a war role to fulfil in the event of conflict. “

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When it comes to moving further up the ladder, PAF policy seems to be rather ruthless and it is very much a case of ‘up or out’. Those who are adjudged worthy to occupy more senior positions must first negotiate the hurdle of the Combat Commanders’ School (CCS). In a perfect world, career officers would ideally attend the CCS after completing 12 years of service – in reality, though, they can go there at any time between nine and 12 years. If they graduate, they can expect to lead a squadron in the rank of Wing Commander. If they fail – and some inevitably do, for the CCS course is exacting – they will make no further progress. “

PAF – Quality if not Quantity! by Lindsay Peacock
[Air International, November 1991]

correct me if wronh, but bar North Korea, China and Iran, US defence companies would happily sell ANYTHING to ANYONE? Thats the way I see it anyway!

So they talk to each other via their own ambassadors?!
Till now it is indirect via an European mediator.
Lebanese can travel to Tel Aviv or visit an Israel website at least?!
Stay serious, there were not even peace negotiations official allowed.
You have a ridiculous understanding of “RECOGNISE”.
But I agree with you, that most Lebanese people have accepted that there is a state of Israel.

Yes, most Lebanese have accepted Isreal, and look at how their “neighbour” has responded! Bombing Beruit back to the stoneage! Is it anywonder why other Arab countries dont want to have relations with such a state!?

Imagine if RAF Tornados did the same to Belfast to target the IRA!? A civilised nation would not stand for it!

I have no love for Hezboallah, but what Isreal is doing is wrong, that should be clear to any sane person!

All the Lebanese who had accepedt Isreal in the past will have very different feelings now. Isreals actions are creating more problems for itself years down the line.

If I were Lebanese right now, I would joing Hezboallah. What choice would I have if bombs kept raining down on my family and freinds? 🙁

How exactly is the West supposed to make certain Arab states accept the reality of Israel’s existence? Every Arab state that has accepted Israel lives in lasting peace with Israel.

Er…Lebonon excepted Isreals right to exist and look what happened to them!

Think these may be the only guys who can give you an accurate answer

https://www.cia.gov/

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