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Barnama
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Barnama
RMAF Monitors Global Conflicts To Stay Relevant And Mission-ready, Says 21st Chief
SUBANG, June 26 (Bernama) – The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) closely monitors global security developments to ensure its long-term plans remain relevant and the force stays mission-ready, said its 21st Chief, General Datuk Seri Muhamad Norazlan Aris. He said the force has much to learn from ongoing global conflicts, including those between Russia and Ukraine, India and Pakistan, as well as Iran and Israel. He said these international conflicts offer valuable insights for strengthening the air force's long-term planning under its Air Force Capability Development Plan 2055 (CAP55). 'I will ensure that all plans outlined under CAP55 continue to be implemented in collaboration with RMAF's new leadership, so the force remains a credible, superior and full-spectrum air power. 'However, if changes are necessary, we will adapt accordingly to stay relevant to current realities,' he told reporters after the retirement parade of the 20th Air Force Chief, General Tan Sri Mohd Asghar Khan Goriman Khan, at Subang Air Base today. Muhamad Norazlan expressed his gratitude to Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin and Malaysian Armed Forces Chief, General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar, for their trust, guidance and support in appointing him as the new Air Force Chief. 'With utmost respect and humility, I also extend, on behalf of the entire RMAF, our deepest appreciation and thanks to (General) Mohd Asghar Khan for his dedication, sacrifice, leadership and service throughout his tenure at the helm of the force,' he said. Earlier, Muhamad Norazlan was officially appointed as the 21st RMAF Chief, succeeding General Mohd Asghar Khan, who completed his service in a handing over of duties ceremony witnessed by Mohd Nizam Jaffar. Mohd Asghar Khan received a salute from 24 officers and 403 personnel, accompanied by eight regimental colours representing RMAF units.
The Sun
16 hours ago
- General
- The Sun
Muhamad Norazlan appointed as new RMAF chief in Subang ceremony
SUBANG: General Datuk Seri Muhamad Norazlan Aris has officially taken over as the 21st Chief of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) in a ceremony held at the Subang Air Base today. He succeeds General Tan Sri Mohd Asghar Khan Goriman Khan, who retired after more than four decades of service. The handover ceremony was witnessed by Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) Chief General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaafar. The event also included a promotion ceremony for Muhamad Norazlan, who was elevated from Lieutenant General to General, and a farewell parade for the outgoing chief. Muhamad Norazlan, 58, began his military career as a Cadet Officer at the Royal Military College (RMC) in Sungai Besi from 1985 to 1987. He later trained as a pilot in Alor Setar in 1988 and has since flown multiple fighter jets, including the Aermacchi MB339A, A4PTM Skyhawk, and Sukhoi 30MKM. Before his appointment as RMAF chief, he held key roles such as Commander of Gong Kedak Air Base and Deputy RMAF Chief since June 2022. Meanwhile, Mohd Asghar Khan, who joined the RMAF in 1983, served as a fighter pilot and commanded various aircraft before his tenure as chief from March 2022.
Barnama
16 hours ago
- General
- Barnama
Muhamad Norazlan Appointed 21st RMAF Chief
General Datuk Seri Muhamad Norazlan Aris (right) has been appointed as the 21st Chief of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF), succeeding General Tan Sri Mohd Asghar Khan Goriman Khan (left), who retires from service today. Muhamad Norazlan, who previously served as Deputy RMAF Chief, officially assumed the position during a Handover of Duty Ceremony held at the Subang Air Base today, witnessed by Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) Chief, General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaafar (middle). Also held was a Promotion Ceremony marking Muhamad Norazlan's elevation from Lieutenant General to General, as well as a Farewell Parade in honour of the 20th Air Force Chief. General Datuk Seri Muhamad Norazlan Aris (second,right) has been appointed as the 21st Chief of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF), succeeding General Tan Sri Mohd Asghar Khan Goriman Khan (left), who retires from service today. Muhamad Norazlan, who previously served as Deputy RMAF Chief, officially assumed the position during a Handover of Duty Ceremony held at the Subang Air Base today, witnessed by Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) Chief, General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaafar (middle). Also held was a Promotion Ceremony marking Muhamad Norazlan's elevation from Lieutenant General to General, as well as a Farewell Parade in honour of the 20th Air Force Chief. General Datuk Seri Muhamad Norazlan Aris has been appointed as the 21st Chief of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF), succeeding General Tan Sri Mohd Asghar Khan Goriman Khan, who retires from service today. SUBANG, June 26 (Bernama) – General Datuk Seri Muhamad Norazlan Aris has been appointed as the 21st Chief of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF), succeeding General Tan Sri Mohd Asghar Khan Goriman Khan, who retires from service today. Muhamad Norazlan, who previously served as Deputy RMAF Chief, officially assumed the position during a Handover of Duty Ceremony held at the Subang Air Base today, witnessed by Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) Chief, General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaafar. Also held was a Promotion Ceremony marking Muhamad Norazlan's elevation from Lieutenant General to General, as well as a Farewell Parade in honour of the 20th Air Force Chief. Muhamad Norazlan, 58, who hails from Kota Tinggi, Johor, underwent training as a Cadet Officer at the Royal Military College (RMC) in Sungai Besi from 1985 to 1987 before beginning his flight training under the RMAF in 1988 in Alor Setar. Throughout his career, Muhamad Norazlan has flown various types of fighter aircraft including the Aermacchi MB339A, A4PTM Skyhawk, Mikoyan-Gurevich MIG-29N/UB and the Sukhoi 30MKM. He has also held various key positions within the RMAF, including Commander of Gong Kedak Air Base, Deputy Assistant Chief of Staff for Planning and Development, Chief of Staff at the Air Operations Command Headquarters, Air Support Commander, and Air Operations Commander, before assuming the role of Deputy RMAF Chief on 28 June 2022. Meanwhile, Mohd Asghar Khan served in the RMAF for more than 42 years, having joined the force on 18 July 1983 as a Cadet Officer at RMC. He began his career as a fighter pilot in 1985 and has flown combat aircraft such as the A4 Skyhawk, F-5E, MIG-29N, and Sukhoi 30MKM. Mohd Asghar Khan had served as the Air Force Chief since 7 March 2022, succeeding General Tan Sri Ackbal Abdul Samad upon his mandatory retirement.
