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throughout their lives. Although older in age to all of them, my father had outlived them. Nawab Mehrab Khan Bugti was my father's closest friend. I still recall that whenever Nawab Sahib was in Quetta, he invariably had lunch with my father every day. That was the reason why my sister and I spent our formative period in the fabled Bugti house, where Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti later lived with his family. I grew up playing with Akbar Bugti's siblings after my parents had shifted to the house in the Bugti complex. I recall Akbar Bugti as a stunning and fearsome person who always called me chapeit or scrawny boy. His younger brother Ahmed Nawaz Bugti would take me with him every day for the driving lessons he took from a taxi driver who would turn up five days of the week to teach us driving. This was until it was time for Ahmed Nawaz to return to Aitchison College in Lahore. Note; We lived in Bugti House while the Bugti Complex of eight houses was under construction by Nawab Mehrab Khan Bugti. Two of those houses were given to my parents, where I grew up along with my siblings.

1916:"Squadron Leader SS Haider led the PAF raid at 1600 hours. After his earlier successful raid on Pathankot, Haider chose Srinagar, as it was the only airfield within range of his Sabres from Peshawar. As usual, no warning was available to the defences until the Sabres were almost overhead. Haider and his wingman attacked 2 Dakotas parked near the ATC. Both aircraft had to be written off. The other 2 Sabres strafed and thoroughly shot up a Caribou parked on the apron ahead of the terminal. A Sabre hit and damaged by the Ack-Ack was trailing flames as all 4 Sabres disappeared over the mountains, heading back for home. It seemed unlikely that the damaged Sabre would make it back to the air in the near future. The raid netted the Pakistanis three aircraft destroyed on the ground, one of which belonged to the IAF. One of the Dakotas belonged to the civilian Indian Airlines Corporation. The Caribou belonged to the Royal Canadian Air Force contingent of the United Nations Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan." — PVS Jagan Mohan, 1376:“Squadron Leader Syed Sajad Haider displayed exceptional leadership, courage and flying skill in the operations against the enemy during the Indo-Pak War. He destroyed four enemy aircraft, eleven enemy tanks and damaged three tanks. Throughout the operations, his attitude both on the ground and in the air was exemplary. He infused his pilots with aggressiveness. The strike mission which he led on 6th September 1965, against Pathankot airfield, where his formation destroyed 13 enemy aircraft including two MIG-21’s, was conducted in the best traditions of the Pakistan Air Force. The formation carried out repeated attacks in the face of heavy ack-ack. For the determination, courage and exceptional flying skill with which he flew and led his squadron during operations against the enemy. Squadron Leader Syed Sajad Haider, is awarded SJ.” 1226: 1026: 2249: 1940:"Sajad Haider is a flamboyant character with a quick wit and irrepressible daring. He was always given to exercise initiative beyond his terms of reference. This made him controversial but stood him in good stead in battle. He is therefore in a position to make iconoclastic revelations. Some of these needed highlighting as they bear on the unstable state that this country has become... The reader will be well served with fresh and candid accounts of some of the major events of the last fifty years now appearing in a different light devoid of the embellishments of those times. In the long run the truth prevails." — 2235: 1551: 1680:“DURING THE FIRST RCD MEETING AT IZMIR BETWEEN THE ARYAMEHR SHAHINSHAH OF IRAN AND MR BHUTTO, THE SHAHINSHAH DISCUSSED IN DETAIL THE PAKISTAN AIR ATTACHÉ AT WASHINGTON, GP CAPT SAJAD HAIDER. THE SHAHINSHAH TOOK STRONG EXCEPTION TO THE DEROGATORY COMMENTS MADE BY THE AIR ATTACHÉ AGAINST ARYAMEHR SHAHINSHAH OF IRAN’S PERSON AND FURTHER ALLEGED HE HAS BEEN SPREADING DISCONTENT AMONGST THE IRANIAN COMMUNITY. THE SHAHINSHAH WANTED IMMEDIATE ACTION AGAINST THE AIR ATTACHÉ. CONSIDERING THE SENSITIVE RELATIONS BETWEEN IRAN AND PAKISTAN YOU ARE TO REPATRIATE THE AIR ATTACHÉ INSTANTLY.” 2211: 479: 2221: 1541:“THE MEMBERS OF THE COURT HAVE DELIBERATED VERY CAREFULLY THE EVIDENCE PRODUCED BY THE PROSECUTION THROUGHOUT THE TRIAL AND TODAY AS RESPONSE TO THE ‘PLEA OF NO CASE’ BY THE LEGAL COUNSEL OF ACCUSED NO 13, THE COURT FINDS THE PROSECUTOR’S CASE AGAINST THE ACCUSED INDEFENSIBLE. IT IS THE UNANIMOUS DECISION OF THE COURT THAT THE ‘PLEA OF NO CASE’ IS ACCEPTED AND ACCUSED NO 13, GROUP CAPTAIN SAJAD HAIDER SAYED, STANDS EXONERATED AGAINST ALL CHARGES LEVELED AGAINST HIM. HE IS FREE TO LEAVE THE COURT ROOM.” 3388: 1240: 2242: 2226: 2184: 1038: 1320:. Descending over Khel village, they entered Kashmir valley, enjoying the scenery. Approaching Srinagar, the target at Avantipura was observed, then they turned towards Srinagar airfield. As they approached, a brightly painted civilian helicopter was spotted by Flt Lt Rao Akhtar who asked Haider for permission to shoot it down. Haider replied "No, leave it alone, it’s a civilian helicopter." Afterwards, it was reported that the helicopter was carrying 1903:"As Chief of Operations during the 1965 war, I can say Squadron Leader Sajad Haider emerged as one of the outstanding commanders. Under his able and inspiring leadership, No. 19 Squadron's contribution was second to none and at times beyond all expectations. Whenever there was a difficult task to be carried out effectively, I always called upon No. 19 Squadron to do it and it was always done in the best traditions of the Pakistan Air Force." — Former 1949:"Just after Zia grabbed power he gave a 'pep' talk... why he had carried out his coup. The audience listened in stony silence except for one, A Cdre Haider, who in 1965 had achieved such spectacular successes. Haider got up and said, 'Sir, what you have just said is what all military dictators have said... they try to hang on to power forever'. The distinguished military career of A Cdre Sajad Haider thus ended abruptly." — Mansoor Shah, author of 42: 2216: 2202: 2047: 509: 2193: 2590:

next day." In fact what Air Marshal Raghavendran wrote is exactly the opposite. The Indian Air Marshal actually mocks his commanders for a stupid plan, "I (Air Marshal Raghavendran) rushed across to the offices of the Mystere squadron commanders to find out which enemy airfields they had struck. Surprise and shock — no airfields had been attacked — they had gone after targets of opportunity!! I just couldn't believe it".

1691:, upon learning of Haider's financial constraints, arranged for his travel to Spain, where Khan was serving as the Ambassador. Haider writes that this act of generosity became pivotal as it provided him with the means to meet Khan and seek solace during a challenging period. During their meeting, Sajad writes that tears streamed down Khan's face as he listened to Haider's account of his service and the court-martial. 783:'s face, leading to a strained relationship with authorities. Unwilling to serve under Zia's rule, he opted to retire, leaving behind a distinguished career and embarking on a new life with minimal resources. Haider remained engaged in advocating for the PAF's well-being while candidly critiquing its policies, emphasizing his passion for the institution despite the challenges he faced towards the end of his career. 2256: 2175: 2149: 2132: 2115: 2098: 2081: 2064: 2042: 504: 1057: 1293:

the IAF airfield with aircraft guns only. The success of the mission, resulting in the destruction of numerous Indian aircraft, showcased the exceptional skill and determination of the PAF pilots acknowledged by the Indians. Haider attributes the success to the collective efforts of his team and underscores the leadership and the visionary strategies of Air Marshal

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citizens on foot or in transports at the T-junction from GHQ to the old President House are shooed off the road to clear the path for the defenders of Pakistan. This is not the way defenders should conduct themselves amongst their own people. I think that we have ceased to sense their ire that ordinary citizens feel at such intimidation."

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the hearts and minds of the nation. Are these hearts beating for Pakistan or from the fear of getting lashed in public or thrown in dirty cells with convicts on the mere suspicion of being dissenters? These agencies have carefully crafted the fall of every government. What is to stop them from doing the same to your government?

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does not reflect the soul of Pakistan; which, in fact, lurks in the dark and pitted backstreets of Pakistan. But these agencies would not suggest that you take a peek there and see the real state of the wretched Pakistani nation. The press, Mr. President, is stifled, and people are petrified to speak

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We had grown up in Bugti House before we moved into the small tin roof house in the Bugti complex built by Nawab Mehrab Khan, the fearsome chief of the Bugti tribe. The Nawabs of Bugti, Marri, Mazari, Magsi, Kalat and Jaffer Khan Jamali and Abdul Ghafoor Durrani were my father's venerable companions

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Popularly known as 'Nosy Haider' for leading a devastating blitzkrieg against the Pathankot airbase, Sajjad said in a statement that the Indian Air Marshal Raghavendran, nowhere in his article asserts, quote that "PAF attacked only targets of 'opportunity', enabling the IAF to be up and fighting the

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in front of the entire gathering: "Mr. President, Pakistanis seem to live in a constant state of foreboding and terror of the intelligence agencies. These intelligence agencies have never told the truth, as it is not in their culture to do so, nor are they telling the truth to you about the state of

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officers. Despite navigating through a labyrinth of false accusations, Sajad and the rest of the officers were eventually exonerated after investigations exposed the manipulative tactics at play. The second instance transpired in Washington, where an American corporate executive offered him a bribe.

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of a major Fortune 500 corporation, in 1973, requests Air attaché Sajad Haider, to give him his Swiss bank account number. He promptly rejects the unethical request, instructing the American "Get out of my office, I'll have your company blacklisted." Sajad's strong reaction prompts the president of

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Haider paints a detailed picture of the Wagah Strike, shedding light on the precision and bravery exhibited by the young pilots under his command which played an instrumental role in altering the course of the war. The narrative also explores the Pathankot Strike, wherein Haider's squadron targeted

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Sajad married three times. In 1960, he married his first wife Iffat, who gave birth to their son Adnan in 1963. He married his second wife, Tahira in 1970 and the marriage lasted until 1971. He married his last wife, Faryda in April 1979 who gave birth to their son Zohare in 1980 and daughter Zaina

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were targeted and destroyed. After the attack, the formation regrouped and returned home. Later reports confirmed their successful mission, detailing the destruction of enemy aircraft on the ground. India claimed shooting down two Sabres and the capture of Squadron Leader Haider, which were proven

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and his men. In an interview in 2004, he recalled: "We were called in to rescue ground troops. Flying overhead we saw hundreds of tribal fighters, in groups of 10 and 15, hiding behind big boulders. They knew the terrain, they moved very quickly and understood the limitations of our aircraft. They

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Mian Afzaal expressed disappointment, asserting that Sajad had jeopardized a promising career in the air force. Unfazed, Sajad affirmed his readiness to challenge despots for principles. Growing disillusionment with Zia's rule and absolute power led him to break free from the air force obsession,

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I have worn this uniform with incredible pride and never hesitated to put my life on the line for the defense of my country. Tragically, I do not feel the same sense of pride as I did a decade ago when people almost kissed our hands when they saw us in uniform in a public place. Today, the tables

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Completely dedicated to his medical profession, Sajad's father, Dr. Syed Fazal Shah, worked diligently in his practice, providing medical care to numerous underprivileged patients at nominal or no fees. He promptly responded to every emergency call, even in challenging conditions such as freezing

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also going home. But there is a difference. The gallant men of God, who are under oath to defend the people, the property, and the frontiers of this country, travel with outriders on motorcycles; red beacons flashing and sirens screaming to herald the approaching cavalcade. In the meanwhile, all

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depression, Sajad's family confronted challenging times, as his father did not charge people for treatment, leading the family to rely on ration cards to obtain essential goods like sugar, flour, tea, eggs, cooking oil, and petrol. Despite the economic difficulties, he reflects that the harsh

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This marked the end of an eventful fighter pilot career. Leaving the PAF in May 1980, he harbored no regrets, envisioning a space for the younger generation. Noting that he gratefully declined facilities given to retired personnel, he recalls embarking on a new life with just

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In the midst of the turmoil, Haider faced a surprising reassignment by the Ambassador, leaving him disheartened. However, a letter from the Foreign Secretary eventually conveyed his exoneration. Strained relations persisted, leading to Haider's recall from Washington.

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AVM Hassan exonerated Sajad. The letter uncovered that the false accusations originated from the American businessman, driven by resentment after being snubbed by Sajad Haider for offering him a bribe. According to Sajad, Hassan had allegedly not shown the letter to

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concluded his speech, a sense of rebellion stirred within him, as he had been harboring concerns about the prevailing situation in the country. Nervous and hesitant, Sajad knew that dissenting against the powerful Zia could mark the end of his career in the PAF.

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Returning to Pakistan, Haider faced challenges, including an unexpected reassignment by the Chief of Air Staff. Frustrated by the lack of communication and understanding, he confronted the Chief, questioning the return of individuals involved in past intrigues.

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in December 1951. Haider reflects on being an "average student" who barely scraped through the 1½ year course. However, shortly after earning his pilot's wings, he rose to the top of his course within months, despite starting in the middle during training.

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on 27 July 1973 in a General Court Martial headed by Air Vice Marshal Chaudhry Rab Nawaz where Haider and others were exonerated. The court members also observed that the case against Sajad was purely a personal vendetta driven by the sitting

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and his siblings after moving to the house. He recalls Akbar as a "stunning and fearsome person" who always called him chapeit or scrawny boy. His younger brother, Ahmed Nawaz Bugti, would take Sajad with him everyday for driving lessons.

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His family initially lived in Bugti House before moving into a small tin-roofed home within a complex of eight houses built by Nawab Mehran Khan Bugti. Mehran, a friend of Sajad's father, gifted him two of the houses. Sajad grew up with

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Sajad's mother, Rashida Begum, was a housewife who did social work for the poor and those suffering from diseases, especially tuberculosis patients. Dr. Syed Fazal Shah was Punjabi and Rashida Begum was Pashtun from her mother's side.

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Haider's career was marked by a series of significant events, three of which stood out due to false accusations and political intrigue. The initial incident involved unfounded charges of treason and mutiny amid an alleged coup against

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for manipulating the truth, highlighted the stifled press, and conveyed his disillusionment with the military's conduct towards civilians. Despite warnings from colleagues about the consequences, Haider chose to speak out to

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Sajad refused and told him "Get out of my office. I will have your company blacklisted," the executive was fired after the head of the company found out and personally apologized to Sajad. Later, a

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Challenges persisted within the PAF, illustrating a complex bureaucratic landscape and personal rivalries that continued to influence and shape his career. Sajad writes that the Americans coerced

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have turned. People have visible contempt for us and our uniform. Since, in some small way, I share the responsibility of this metamorphosis, I do not feel proud wearing this uniform anymore.

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Following the incident, several GHQ colleagues visited Sajad, cautioning him about impending trouble and a grim future. While he was in service, he had the opportunity to take a job in the

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to take the position?" He replied, "I am not interested in power but in the results of the prime mission. Furthermore, Qazi Muhammad Isa is a local of Balochistan, while I am an outsider."

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any targets, then proceed to Srinagar to attack grounded aircraft. The Flight Commander, Mo Akbar, was asked to assign three pilots for the mission. He agreed and a team was formed with

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The following day, Haider was called by his base commander who handed him a letter which included a tasking order, instructing No 19 Squadron to reconnoiter Avantipura airfield,

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in November 1979, where Zia outlined the continued military rule, Haider seized the moment to express his concerns when Zia hesitantly allowed him to speak. He criticized the

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Undeterred, the ousted Vice President collaborates with touts, including Pakistanis, Iranians, and Americans, all seeking to profit from questionable defence deals with the

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fighter planes operated from. That to Sajad is the beginning of Pakistanis taking American dictation, "We traded our sovereignty for preservation of a dictator (

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Sajad attended Mission School Quetta with his sister Kausar until class 5, then Islamia High School Quetta for 3 years. Finally, they were admitted to

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where they destroyed another three aircraft. He is also an author, columnist, businessman, defence analyst, political commentator, and philanthropist.

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had fabricated a falsehood with the help of the American, alleging that Sajad had defamed the Shah, which resulted in diplomatic tensions between

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Sajad was the youngest and first person to receive this award after the Partition of British India, given for being an exceptional fighter pilot

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operative from Zahedi's embassy, with a direct line to the Shah, fabricated the malicious lie against Sajad. A letter written by Ambassador

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armor, the Wing, particularly the F-6 Sqn, inflicted substantial damage, contributing significantly to stalling the Indian assault on the

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Sajad traces his family history to the rulers of the Khwarazmian Empire. His father Dr. Syed Fazal Shah, came from a small village called

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realities of war did not directly impact his childhood, thanks to his mother's significant sacrifices to ensure warmth and sustenance.

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1965 War's Pathankot Strike, was a mission that underscored Haider's strategic acumen and the unwavering resolve of his squadron. The

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sector. Under Haider's command, No 33 Wing excelled in air combat, with young pilots achieving kills against superior IAF aircraft.

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had asked Dr. Sayed Fazal Shah, "Why didn’t you become President of the Muslim League in Balochistan yourself? Why did you allow

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that set a world record performing a 16 aircraft diamond loop. Hundreds of thousands of people were in attendance including,

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sector. Despite the historical significance of these events, Haider notes that they are often overlooked in war narratives.

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as cowards for letting the sovereignty of Pakistan be violated, stating that this selling of sovereignty was first done by

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who is also the Iranian ambassador in Washington, is shocked by the turn of events, as he is a close friend of Sajad.

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during an early lunch one day. Rushing to the Embassy, Khan who was visibly distressed, hands him a secret telex from

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the company to intervene, by personally apologizing to him and dismissing the Vice President for offering the bribe.

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Mr. President, I live in Islamabad, and every day my exit from GHQ brings me on an intercept course with the

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in 1975, Group Captain Haider was part of the greeting committee on 4 February 1975 where they met Bhutto at

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While Zia sat down after his closing remarks, Sajad stood up and felt a tug at his trousers from General

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Sajad Haider often lauded as the Saviour of Lahore and one of the key heroes of the 1965 War, led the

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on 10 December. From 12 to 15 December, No 33 Wing flew 50 to 60 missions daily. In battles against

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FLIGHT OF THE FALCON: Demolishing myths of Indo-Pak wars 1965 & 1971 - Story of a Fighter Pilot

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In late 1974, he relinquished the charge of Director Flight Safety and was appointed as Pakistan's

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used to hide at the bottom of steep hills so pilots would have no space to pull up after attacks."

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and Rashida Begum. He has an older sister named Kausar and two younger brothers, Dr. Bunyad Haider

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tanks and damaged another three. The formation destroyed a total of 13 Indian aircraft including 2

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The Wing played a crucial role in close support operations, conducting nearly 200 missions in the

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officers, including Sajad, were arrested for their alleged role in what was to be known as the

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played an integral role in hindering the Indian land forces' advance, particularly in the

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Wing Commander Syed Sajjad Haider, S.J. (1969). "The Story Behind the Tank Busters".

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Sajad Haider (middle) planning airstrikes on Pathankot with his fighter pilots (1965)

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approached him and began misbehaving, undermining the Commodores efforts during the

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After retirement, he started his own defence, aviation and communication company,

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Sajad Haider retired from the PAF in 1980 following an act of dissent against

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on 25 or 26 December 1932, at midnight. His parents were Dr. Syed Fazal Shah

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for which Imran thanked him. In 2023, he was holding a placard in support of

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and later attended a private dinner at the Pakistani Ambassadors residence.

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left a lasting impression on him, as he was captivated by their prowess in

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including the Director General. Additionally, he is a staunch supporter of

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Sajad writes in his book that Alauddin "Butch" Ahmed gave him the nickname

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In the face of potential consequences, Sajad spoke the following words to

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to not know of American jets coming into Pakistan to conduct the raid on

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broke out. Undeterred, Sajad led the Wing in notable contributions, with

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FLIGHT OF THE FALCON: Demolishing myths of Indo-Pak wars 1965 & 1971

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which he writes seemed like history after the confrontation with Zia.

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Attock Conspiracy 1973, arrest, solitary confinement, and exoneration

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The Gold Bird - Pakistan and Its Air Force, Observations of a Pilot

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In several noteworthy endorsements, various individuals, including

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was planned, avoiding radar detection by climbing to 20,000ft near

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87,000 or US$ 300 in 2021) in his bank account and a 1970

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in November 1979, Sajad Haider found himself at a crossroads. As

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He was offered a deal to get out early by two officials of the

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The same year, Sajad was the youngest and first to receive the

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but would never forgive him for his role in the separation of

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rats, in exchange for a false confessional statement against

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operative from the Iran embassy with a direct hotline to the

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Leading the attack on India's Pathankot Air Base during the

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at the Islamabad Club, where he declined the offer to lead

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In 1953–54, Sajad Haider participated in air raids against

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jets in fear of a war arising between the two countries.

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on charges of attempting to overthrow the Government of

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sector. No 33 wing destroyed a significant fuel dump at

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with F-104s. Haider drawing on his experience from the

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and donated to his fundraiser for the affectees of the

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in front of a magistrate, which Sajad refused to do.

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Military personnel of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965

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The following day, Haider led his pilots to 3368: 3231: 2668:. Defence Journal. March 1999. Archived from 2650:. Defence Journal. March 1999. Archived from 2632:. Defence Journal. April 2002. Archived from 1698:Subsequently, a investigation reveals that a 1372:SQUADRON LEADER SYED SAJJAD HAIDER (PAK/1445) 656:. He is best known for leading a devastating 3579:National Defence University, Pakistan alumni 3332:History of the Pakistan Air Force, 1947-1982 3124: 3085:Story of Indian Aggressions Against Pakistan 2605:History of the Pakistan Air Force, 1947-1982 1851:Sajad stated that it was impossible for the 1733:In the aftermath of a top-secret meeting at 1132: 1020: 3664:People from Punjab Province (British India) 2819: 2764: 2762: 2760: 2758: 2756: 2754: 2752: 2732:India's Wars: A Military History, 1947–1971 2711:"Strike at Pathankot War Diaries Episode 6" 2686:Nothing But! Book Three: What Price Freedom 2536: 2534: 1847:Reactions to the killing of Osama bin Laden 1637:accusing him of derogatory remarks against 1211:, for being an exceptional fighter pilot. 821: 664:airbase in India on 6 September during the 3574:Pakistani expatriates in the United States 3375: 3361: 3225: 2902: 2900: 2898: 2896: 2894: 2892: 2890: 2888: 2886: 2884: 2882: 2880: 2878: 2876: 934:at the invitation of his close friend and 926:Dr. Syed Fazal Shah served as a doctor in 629: 171:12 September 1971 – February 1973 63: 56: 3118: 2992: 2874: 2872: 2870: 2868: 2866: 2864: 2862: 2860: 2858: 2856: 2165: 1516:The 14 air force officials were tried at 1435:conducting successful strike missions in 191:14 April 1969 – 31 December 1970 3639:Pilots of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 3604:People of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965 3569:Military personnel from Punjab, Pakistan 3554:Pilots of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965 3209: 3000:"Sajad Haider, the Hero of the 1965 war" 2986:"Cardiologist Bunyad Haider passes away" 2749: 2531: 2508:for flying every 500 accident-free hours 1549: 1404:The Wing under his leadership, included 1343: 1238: 1224: 1055: 1036: 1024: 993:to a jeep and sometimes even horseback. 946:. Syed Fazal Shah was also friends with 407:German Air Force Officer Training School 16:Pakistan Air Force Commodore (born 1932) 2850:, OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS, 2002, p.303. 2630:"Excellence in Air Combat: PAF's Forte" 1613:Shah of Iran's accusation against Sajad 1529:, due to Sajad's defiance against him. 1188:Chief of the Imperial Iranian Air Force 1033:as part of the 13th GD(P) course (1951) 865:engage in dogfights over Quetta during 155:February 1973 – September 1974 3526: 2853: 2785: 2783: 2575: 2573: 1991: 1764:Sir, the road from the airport to the 1443:, Pathankot, and the famous strike on 930:and later established his practice in 3356: 3019: 3017: 2552: 2494: 2309:Top Gun Fighter Leaders' School Sword 938:, Nawab Mehrab Khan Bugti, father of 818:by parroting him in a taunting way. 770:. During a top-secret address at the 3221:. Frontier Guardian. 11 August 1973. 3039: 2485: 1800:anticipating a new chapter outside. 1416:with newly inducted Chinese F-6 and 735:to let them establish a spy base at 82:General Headquarters (Pakistan Army) 19:Not to be confused with Urdu-writer 3265: 3092: 2780: 2608:. Pakistan Air Force. p. 231. 2581:"Nosy Haider sets the record right" 2570: 2511: 2311:(Instructor & Flight Commander) 1322:Chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir 950:and was one of the pioneers of the 425:National Defence College, Islamabad 13: 3335:. PAF Press Masroor. p. 311. 3146:The India-Pakistan Air War of 1965 3101:The India-Pakistan Air War of 1965 3014: 1919:The India-Pakistan Air War of 1965 1814:, citing unease after confronting 1729:Dissent against Zia's dictatorship 1723:Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto 1651:Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto 1649:following a personal complaint to 1312:, Rao Akhtar, and Khalid Latif. A 853:, who he saw at his old school in 14: 3675: 3619:Pakistan Air Force Academy alumni 3609:Pakistani aviation record holders 1878: 1427:As he settled into his role, the 1339: 885:Against the backdrop of the post- 842:and the youngest, Jawwad Haider. 417:Fighter Leaders' School, Mauripur 223:October 1963 – June 1967 3584:St Francis Grammar School alumni 3559:Pakistani expatriates in Germany 3386: 2254: 2247: 2240: 2233: 2224: 2219: 2214: 2209: 2200: 2191: 2182: 2173: 2147: 2130: 2113: 2096: 2079: 2062: 2045: 2040: 1120:Waziristan rebellion (1948-1954) 996: 507: 502: 477: 343: 316: 289: 40: 3644:Forman Christian College alumni 3322: 3311: 3291: 3254: 3248:"Diplomatic List (August 1976)" 3240: 3232:Asif Javed MD (December 2010). 3193: 3179: 3163: 3137: 3075: 3057: 3028: 2978: 2958: 2938: 2913: 2840: 2801: 2735:. Naval Institute Press. 2017. 2723: 2703: 2676: 2658: 2295:(Youngest & the first post- 1992:Haider, S Sajad (2 July 2009). 1968:. Pakistan Herald Publications. 1955: 1114:Airstrikes against Faqir of Ipi 942:, as well as at the request of 826:Syed Sajjad Haider was born in 339: 312: 285: 3659:Quaid-i-Azam University alumni 3624:Pakistani expatriates in Spain 3318:The Gazette of Pakistan (1976) 2910:, VANGUARD BOOKS, Lahore, 2009 2640: 2622: 2595: 2347:(Republic Commemoration Medal) 1545: 1393:, Sajad was nominated for the 1380: 1355:on Sqn/Ldr Sajad Haider (1965) 1221:Indo-Pakistani air war of 1965 1214: 1101:During his second year at the 666:Indo-Pakistani air war of 1965 120:September 1974 – 1976 1: 3277:. Xlibris Corporation. 2020. 3047:"Mitty Masud folds his wings" 3024:The Balochistan Muslim League 2524: 2287:Golden Eagle Award (Pakistan) 1784: 1567: 1523:Chief of Air Staff of the PAF 1395:Joint Service Defence College 1205:Golden Eagle Award (Pakistan) 1151:aerobatic team led by Wg Cdr 1005:In 1978, Haider attended the 762:and his authoritarian regime 421:Joint Service Defence College 3614:Recipients of Sitara-e-Jurat 3599:Pakistan Air Force personnel 3384:Recipients of Sitara-e-Jurat 3202:An Army: Its Role & Rule 3127:"The Eagles Ruled the Skies" 3035:Muslim League in Balochistan 2444:(100th Birth Anniversary of 2022:Effective dates of promotion 1157:President Iskandar Ali Mirza 1048:aerobatic team that set the 1029:Flt Cdt Sajad Haider at the 954:, laying its foundations in 796:Defence Procurement Division 369:Dr. Syed Fazal Shah (father) 7: 3634:Pakistani military aviators 3549:Pakistan Air Force officers 2560:"Stories from Sajad Haider" 2292:(Exceptional Fighter Pilot) 1841:Reaction to Abbottabad raid 1488:1973 Attock Conspiracy Case 1186:Chief Abdul Kadhim Abaddi, 1161:C-in-C of the Pakistan Army 904: 847:St. Francis' Grammar School 391:St. Francis' Grammar School 94:1977 – 25 May 1980 10: 3680: 1945:Sadruddin Mohammad Hossain 1844: 1721:In a final encounter with 1478:On 30 March 1973, several 1281:Before they took off from 1218: 1209:Partition of British India 1147:Haider was part of the 16 1136: 1117: 908: 678:Srinagar Air Force Station 578:Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 566:Indo-Pakistani War of 1965 21:Syed Sajjad Haider Yaldram 18: 3654:Pakistani autobiographers 3395: 2412: 2386: 2316: 2307: 2284: 2266: 2208: 2199: 2190: 2181: 2172: 1977:. Vanguard Publications. 1243:Smoke rises from India's 1133:World record loop of 1958 1021:Pakistan Air Force career 609: 586: 553: 518: 498: 490: 472: 467: 450: 439: 379: 362: 354: 264: 236: 231: 227: 216: 207: 195: 184: 175: 164: 159: 148: 136: 124: 113: 98: 87: 78: 74: 62: 55: 30: 3274:The Doctor from the East 3082:Khalid Ghaznawi (1966). 2770:"Don't you ever say die" 2478: 2008:PAF in Defence of Lahore 1973:Haider, S Sajad (2009). 1769:their distressed minds. 1653:during their meeting in 1445:Mukerian railway station 822:Early life and education 522:SASO Air Defence Command 2006:"Sajjad's interview in 1885:Pushpinder Singh Chopra 1349:Field Marshal Ayub Khan 1182:Hamdullah Suphi Göker, 1180:Turkish Air Force Chief 1007:Quaid-i-Azam University 987:Nawab Mehrab Khan Bugti 965:Once during a meeting, 861:. Additionally, seeing 766:his dissent against Zia 745:Field Marshal Ayub Khan 644:is a retired Pakistani 429:Quaid-i-Azam University 3564:Pakistani air attachés 3493:Sarfaraz Ahmed Rafiqui 3250:. 1976. p. 50/66. 3205:. Ghosia Colony. 2002. 3088:. National Book House. 2427:Tamgha-e-Jang 1971 War 2415:Tamgha-e-Jang 1965 War 2401:Sitara-e-Harb 1971 War 2389:Sitara-e-Harb 1965 War 2166:Awards and decorations 1861:Government of Pakistan 1797:Chief of General Staff 1682: 1660:The Shah's son-in-law 1575: 1543: 1378: 1356: 1256: 1236: 1191:Hedayatollah Gilanshah 1098: 1053: 1034: 605:(6) Green Endorsements 529:Director Flight Safety 372:Rashida Begum (mother) 79:Director Joint Warfare 3594:Pakistani flying aces 3458:Muhammad Mahmood Alam 3125:Sadia Sattar (2018). 2666:"THE END OF A LEGEND" 1859:. He referred to the 1853:Pakistan Armed Forces 1673: 1557:, Sajjad Haider, and 1553: 1534: 1365: 1347: 1325:Ghulam Mohammed Sadiq 1242: 1228: 1066: 1040: 1028: 776:intelligence agencies 695:who was later fired, 491:Years of service 410:Advanced Jet Course ( 388:Islamia School Quetta 3589:People from Sargodha 2719:. 23 September 2020. 2636:on 19 December 2017. 1739:President Zia-ul-Haq 1631:Sahabzada Yaqub Khan 1389:as the Commander of 1267:as Squadron Leader. 1255:led by Sajad Haider. 804:2022 Pakistan floods 760:President Zia-ul-Haq 561:Waziristan Rebellion 342: 1980; 315: 1970; 288: 1960; 160:Commander No 33 Wing 100:Pakistan Air Attaché 3463:Mukhtar Ahmad Dogar 3419:Abdul Jalil Orakzai 2834:www.bahaaristan.com 2654:on 1 November 2017. 2648:"A HERO FADES AWAY" 1735:GHQ (Pakistan Army) 1595:Zulfikar Ali Bhutto 1492:Zulfikar Ali Bhutto 1391:No. 14 Squadron PAF 1265:No. 19 Squadron PAF 1253:No. 19 Squadron PAF 1233:No. 19 Squadron PAF 1198:Mohammad Zahir Shah 1195:King of Afghanistan 948:Muhammad Ali Jinnah 897:exam, Sajad joined 772:GHQ (Pakistan Army) 749:Zulfikar Ali Bhutto 733:President Ayub Khan 686:Zulfikar Ali Bhutto 548:No. 19 Squadron PAF 542:Staff Ops Officer, 534:No. 14 Squadron PAF 241:Sayed Sajjad Haider 211:No. 19 Squadron PAF 179:No. 14 Squadron PAF 3649:People from Quetta 3629:Pakistani aviators 3488:Samad Ali Changezi 3428:Ghulam Jilani Khan 3218:Volume 3, Issue 32 3053:. 13 October 2003. 3004:www.tribune.com.pk 2974:. 8 February 2024. 2954:. 5 February 2024. 2672:on 24 August 2016. 2564:www.tribune.com.pk 2016:on 18 August 2016. 1803:Sajad encountered 1751:General Zia-ul-Haq 1627:Pakistan Air Force 1576: 1555:Thomas P. Stafford 1532:The Verdict read: 1484:Pakistan Air Force 1433:No. 5 Squadron PAF 1357: 1257: 1237: 1099: 1054: 1035: 911:Khwarazmian Empire 893:After passing the 739:in Peshawar where 726:Pakistan Air Force 654:Pakistan Air Force 591:Golden Eagle Award 571:Air war operations 537:Air Def Ops Comd, 485:Pakistan Air Force 208:Officer Commanding 176:Officer Commanding 69:Sajad in the 1960s 37:Sayed Sajad Haider 3521: 3520: 3503:Shahid Karimullah 3473:Raja Nadir Pervez 3448:Mervyn Middlecoat 3438:Naseerullah Babar 3342:978-0-19-648045-9 3284:978-1-9845-7935-5 3156:978-81-7304-641-4 3149:. Manohar. 2005. 3133:on 5 August 2021. 3111:978-81-7304-641-4 3104:. 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