Reception accorded to gallantry award winning FFs of BAF

Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Shaikh Abdul Hannan, BBP, BUP, nswc, fawc, psc accorded a reception to the gallantry award winning freedom fighters (FFs) of Bangladesh Air Force, heroic Pilots of `Kilo Flight' and their successors at BAF Shaheen Hall in the city on Sunday, says a statement.

In response to the call of the Father of the Nation, valiant freedom fighters from Bangladesh Air Force joined the great Liberation War.

Besides, the members of Kilo Flight made a rare example in air combat. The contribution of the heroic freedom fighters and the members of Kilo Flight is remembered with utmost respect by the nation.

In recognition to their sacrifice, the reception was organised on the occasion of Armed Forces Day-2022 where a total of 28 valiant freedom fighters and their successors were present. The pilots of `Kilo Flight' and their successors were also present at the ceremony.

Chief of Air Staff exchanged greetings with the freedom fighters and their successors during the event.

He respectfully recalled Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and all freedom fighters including those martyred in the Liberation War.

The Chief of Air Staff said, "Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has continued her efforts to build the Air Force as desired by the Father of the Nation.