In brief
On November 4, 2026, Pakistan conducted the flight test of its first domestically designed air‑to‑air missile, as reported by Xinhua. The missile, equipped with a state‑of‑the‑art terminal guidance system and capable of long‑range engagements, was witnessed by senior armed‑forces officers and defense scientists. The Express Tribune also reported the test, naming the missile “Faʾaz.”
Pakistan successfully conducted the flight test of its first indigenously developed air‑to‑air missile on Tuesday, November 4, 2026, Xinhua reported.
The Inter‑Services Public Relations (ISPR) stated that the missile is fitted with a state‑of‑the‑art terminal guidance system and can engage aerial targets at extended ranges.
The test was witnessed by senior officers of the Pakistan armed forces, as well as scientists and engineers, the Xinhua statement said.
The Express Tribune also covered the event and identified the missile as the “Faʾaz,” though the source page is currently unavailable.