Noman Akram Shaheed: 5 High Points Of His Career As PAF Wing Commander

On Wednesday, Wing Commander Noman Akram embraced shahadat in a plane crash during Pakistan Day rehearsals in Islamabad.

The news left the whole nation broken-hearted as his friends and colleagues began recounting the contributions of Wing Commander Noman Akram for the country. These included not only his outstanding achievements as a pilot of the Pakistan Air Force but also his grit at the time of the crash itself.

1. He was awarded the Sher Afghan Trophy for being the best marksman in the competition last year.

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2. He was declared the top gun of Pakistan Air Force because of his prowess as a Wing Commander.

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3. Wing Commander Noman was a decorated officer for his outstanding valour as a pilot.

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4. WC Noman Akram did not eject the plane to save his life; his priority was to save civilian lives .

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5. He tried to save the asset, i.e. the F-16 jet till the last moment.