Complete Details of all Officers Ranks in the Pakistan Air Force, from Pilot Officer to Air Chief Marshal. All Ranks in the Pakistan Air Force are mostly the same as the Ranks of the Royal Air Force. Other Air Forces of the World are also using almost the same ranks for their Officers with a liittle changes in some of the Ranks. Air Force and Navy Ranks are the same to some extent in pronunciation, but differ in sequence.Pakistan Air Force Ranks for Officers are completely different from those of the Army Ranks. Army Officers Ranks are commonly used and known to everyone, but Airforce Ranks are Unique and not known to everyone. People n Civil mostly call them by the Rank of Army Officer Ranks like Captain and General.We have also added Comparison Chart Tables of Officer Ranks Between the Air Force, Army, and Navy. These Tables Help you to understand the Ranks of officers of all Forces.
- Pilot Officer
- Flying Officer
- Flight Lieutenant
- Squadron Leader
- Wing Commander
- Group Captain
- Air Commodore
- Air Vice Marshal
- Air Marshal
- Air Chief Marshal
Commissioned Officers in Air Force
Commissioned Officers are those officers of Air Force whp have got permanent commission in PAF and commanding the Junior Commissioned and Non Commissioned Men of Air Force. They are the Actual Officers of Air Force. Commissioned Officer Ranks Start from Pilot Officer Rank and goes upto the Air Marshal Rank. They play very important Role in the mission of PAF and make the rules and regulations for Air Force.
Pilot Officer In PAF
Pilot Officer is the first Shoulder Rank in Pakistan Air Force. It is a commissioned rank in Air Force. As a Candidate is Passed Out from the phase of Initial Training he is alloted with the Rank of Pilot Officer on the Day of Passing Out Day. The Insignia of Pilot Officer is 1 star on Shoulder. This Rank is equal to the 2nd Lieutenant Rank of Pakistan Army.
Pilot Officer Rashid Minhas was the first Youngest PAF Officer who have won the great Military Award Nishan-e-Haider. No any other Officer in PAF has this achievement in Air Force.
Flying Officer In PAF
Flying Officer is the Second Senior Rank after Pilot Officer. It is also a commissioned Rank in Air Force. Rank Insignia of Flying Officer is two Stars on Shoulder. Two Stars on Uniform look very beautiful and attractive. It is equal to the rank of lieutenant of Pakistan Army. Officers after completing the basic training after Passing Out are promoted to the Rank of Flying Officer.
Flight Lieutenant In PAF
Flight Lieutenant in PAF is the 3rd Senior Rank after Pilot Officer. It is three star Shoulder Rank in PAF. It is also called Captain of Air Force. PAF Officers are promoted to this rank usually after the completion of about 5 or 6 years of service. This Rank is a proud for an PAF Officer. Achieved after much struggles and Hardwork.
Squadron Leader In PAF
Squadron Leader is the 4th Officer Shoulder Rank in Air Force. Officer of this rank are normally charged with the command of small sections. This Rank is equal to the Rank of Army Major. Most of the Engineering Branch Officers are promoted to this Rank.
Wing Commander In PAF
Wing Commander in the 5th Senior Rank in Pak Air Force after Pilot Officer. It is also Commissioned and counted among the Senior Ranks. Officers of this Rank are Charged with Bigger Sections. Wing Commander of Air Force is equal to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel of Army.
Group Captain In PAF
Group Captain is the 6th Senior Rank in Air Force. This Rank is also counted among high command and Authority ranks. As after Group Captain, Star Ranks are started. Group Captain of Air Force is equal to the Colonel Rank of Army.
Aircommodore In PAF
Aircommodore is the first Rank among the Star Ranks. Star Ranks are the actual powerful posts in all Military Forces of the World. They are also Called generals in short and they actual policy makers and leaders of Airforce. Officer of this Rank are often charged with the command of the whole Air Base.
Air Vice Marshal In PAF
Air Vice Marshal is the Second Star Rank and more powerful than Aircommodore. It is equal to the Rank of Major General Rank of Pakistan Army. It is also Called AVM in short. AVM command the whole Zone of Airforce.
Air Marshal In PAF
Air Marshal is the Senior Most Rank in Airforce after Air Chief. Officer of this rank are aften charged with the rank of 2nd in Command of Airforce. Air Marshal is a 3 Star Rank. High powerful and Authoritative Rank among officers.
Air Chief Marshal In PAF
Air Chief Marshal is the Supreme Commander of all Airforce. This is the Highest Rank Officer in Air Force. Airchief is selected on the basis of merit for specific tenure. He caommands the whole Airforce. Chief of the Air Staff is also Called COAS in short.
Pakistan Air Force vs Army Officer Ranks (Comparison)
| Pakistan Air Force Rank | Equivalent Pakistan Army Rank |
|---|---|
| Pilot Officer | Second Lieutenant |
| Flying Officer | Lieutenant |
| Flight Lieutenant | Captain |
| Squadron Leader | Major |
| Wing Commander | Lieutenant Colonel |
| Group Captain | Colonel |
| Air Commodore | Brigadier |
| Air Vice Marshal | Major General |
| Air Marshal | Lieutenant General |
| Air Chief Marshal | General |
Pakistan Air Force vs Pakistan Navy Officer Ranks
| Pakistan Air Force Rank | Equivalent Pakistan Navy Rank |
|---|---|
| Pilot Officer | Acting Sub Lieutenant |
| Flying Officer | Sub Lieutenant |
| Flight Lieutenant | Lieutenant |
| Squadron Leader | Lieutenant Commander |
| Wing Commander | Commander |
| Group Captain | Captain |
| Air Commodore | Commodore |
| Air Vice Marshal | Rear Admiral |
| Air Marshal | Vice Admiral |
| Air Chief Marshal | Admiral |
Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Officer Salary Chart
| Rank | Estimated Monthly Salary (PKR) |
|---|---|
| Pilot Officer | 100,000 |
| Flying Officer | 150,000 |
| Flight Lieutenant | Up to 300,000 |
| Squadron Leader | Up to 350,000 |
| Wing Commander | Up to 450,000 |
| Group Captain | Up to 600,000 |
| Air Commodore | Up to 700,000 |
| Air Vice Marshal | Up to 850,000 |
| Air Marshal | Up to 950,000 |
| Air Chief Marshal | Up to 1,100,000 |
FAQs
Who can reach upto the Rank of Airchief?
Only those officers who have the Trade GDP can reach upto the Rank of Airchief in Airforce. They are the future leaders of Airforce and the cream of Airforce. Air Defence and Engineering Officers are also palying their important role.
Who is the Senior Most Officer in PAF?
ACM (Airchief Marshal) is the Senior Most Officer in Pakistan Air Force.
Which Officer in PAF Won the Nishan-e-Haider?
Rashid Minhas was the first PAF Officer in Pakistan who have won the Highest Military Award (Nishan-e-Haider) in the Rank of Pilot Officer which is the Junior Most Commissioned Rank in Pakistan Air Force. And It is also the 1st Rank for any commissioned officer after induction in PAF.