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New Straits Times
13 hours ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
RMAF to adapt strategy in response to global tensions, says new chief
SHAH ALAM: The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) will draw lessons from global conflicts and adapt its long-term strategy accordingly, said its newly appointed chief, General Datuk Seri Muhamad Norazlan Aris. Norazlan said the air force is closely monitoring the tensions involving Russia, Ukraine, India, Pakistan, Iran and Israel. "What the air force is doing is looking at what we can learn from these conflicts. "We will then review whether our plan is aligned or moving in the same direction with what's happening in our surroundings. "If we need to do some adjustment, we will, because we must remain relevant and in tune with current realities," he told a press conference after assuming the command of the RMAF from General Tan Sri Mohd Asghar Khan Goriman Khan. Norazlan also gave his assurance that all RMAF initiatives under the CAP55 would continue under his leadership. "This is to ensure that the RMAF remains a credible and dominant air power with full-spectrum capability. "First, it's capability development. Second, we want modernisation. Third, it's about human capital development. "We can already see this under the current Madani administration, with the procurement of new assets. These are not just replacements for old platforms, but actual capability upgrades." He added that such efforts require more than just acquisitions, but also strong emphasis on training and operational readiness. "We will focus on this as we work to build capability. When it comes to human resources, we need the right people, well-trained individuals. "This must be prioritised so that the assets we acquire can be optimised to their fullest potential," he said.
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.
