Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) Chief Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan today witnessed the successful completion of an FM-90 live missile firing drill at the Cox’s Bazar Air Defence Firing Range (CADFR) in Nidania, Cox’s Bazar.

The drill was conducted by the BAF’s 301 SAM Unit today, said an ISPR press release this evening.

During the inspection, the Air Chief reviewed the overall progress of the live missile firing activities and observed the exercise firsthand.

He highly commended the officers and personnel concerned for successfully completing the drill and provided necessary guidance to maintain the same level of professionalism in the future.

Speaking on the occasion, Air Chief said the process of incorporating modern fighter aircraft and advanced technological equipment into the BAF was underway, the ISPR added.

He also put the highest emphasis on the necessary training to enhance the force’s operational capabilities and ensure the effective use of modern technologies.

Senior officials, including the Assistant Chief of Air Staff (Maintenance), the Air Officer Commanding of BAF Base Cox’s Bazar, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 10 Infantry Division, and representatives of the Bangladesh Navy, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and police, were present during the inspection.

Senior Air Headquarters officials, relevant officers of the base and personnel of various ranks also attended the event, the ISPR added.