Central Air Command (Pakistan)
| Central Air Command | |
|---|---|
| Active | July 1982 – present (43 years, 8 months) |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Allegiance | Pakistan Armed Forces |
| Branch | Pakistan Air Force |
| Type | Regional Command |
| Role | Air Defence, OCA, Offensive Ground Support, Airlift. |
| Headquarters | PAF Base Mushaf (1982–2007) PAF Base Lahore (2007–Present) |
| Nickname | CAC |
| Motto | ضرب کاری |
| Engagements | War on terror Operation Sentinel Operation Swift Retort |
The Central Air Command (CAC) is one of five operational commands of the Pakistan Air Force, reporting to the Air Headquarters at Islamabad. CAC is headquartered at PAF Base Lahore.
CAC is commanded by a senior PAF officer known as the "Air Officer Commanding" or "AOC", who is of Air Vice Marshal rank.