BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 20.
On October 20, the “Falcons Meet – 2026” joint tactical flight
exercise held a Distinguished Visitors’ Day involving the
leadership of the Azerbaijan Ministry of Defense and high-ranking
officials.
This was reported by the Press Service of the Ministry of
Defense.
The event commenced with a commemoration of the memory of
Martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the Motherland. This was
followed by the performance of the anthems of the participating
countries, Azerbaijan and the UAE.
The Minister of Defense, Colonel General Zakir Hasanov, was
briefed on the objectives and phases of the exercise, as well as
the involved forces and assets.
It was reported that “Falcons Meet – 2026” joint tactical flight
exercise primarily focuses on strengthening military cooperation
and mutual trust between the two countries, enhancing
interoperability and joint operational capabilities between the Air
Forces, improving the planning and coordination of air operations,
and exchanging experience among the participants.
A total of more than 600 service members from both countries
have been involved in the exercise. The Azerbaijan Army has
deployed three air defense systems, two electronic warfare systems
and 20 aviation assets, while the UAE Armed Forces has deployed six
combat aircraft, one transport aircraft and three helicopters.
Distinguished Visitors’ Day attendees then observed the exercise
in progress, as well as a flypast by aviation assets of both
countries carrying their respective national flags.
“Falcons Meet – 2026” exercise, which commenced on October 12,
encompasses the execution of offensive and defensive air operations
and search-and-rescue missions under combat conditions. The
professionalism demonstrated by the exercise participants has been
highly praised by the Distinguished Visitors.
The event concluded with a viewing of the aviation assets
involved in the exercise.
