Air marshal (Pakistan)
Air marshal /ɛərˈmɑːrʃl/ (abbreviated as AM or AIRMSHL) is a commissioned three-star military rank in Pakistan Air Force with a NATO's equivalent rank code of OF-8. It ranks above two-star air vice marshal and below four-star air chief marshal, and while it is the second-highest rank of a military branch in uniformed services distinct from navy and army, it is equivalent to Vice admiral of navy and lieutenant general of army.
| Air marshal | |
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Flag of an Air marshal in Pakistan Air Force | |
Three-stars, crossed swords and laurel device worn by a Pakistani air marshal | |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Service branch | Pakistan Air Force |
| Abbreviation | AM, AIRMSHL |
| Rank | Three-star |
| Non-NATO rank | OF-8 |
| Next higher rank | Air chief marshal |
| Next lower rank | Air vice-marshal |
| Equivalent ranks | Vice Admiral Lieutenant general |
Promotion to the rank of air marshal requires a solid record of military achievement by an air vice marshal. However, the rank is also used for fighter pilots as a position advancement. A two-star military aviator with no history of violations and immorality are promoted to the three-star rank in air force.
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