Английская Википедия:Air marshal (Pakistan)
Шаблон:Short description Шаблон:About Шаблон:Infobox military rank Air marshal Шаблон:IPAc-en (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.[1][2]
Promotion to the rank of air marshal requires a solid record of military achievement by an air vice marshal.[3] However, the rank is also used for fighter pilots as a position advancement.[4] A two-star military aviator with no history of violations and immorality are promoted to the three-star rank in air force.[5][6]
Appointment and promotion
Air marshal is directly appointed and promoted by the federal government[4] in accordance with rules and regulations of air force ordinance.[7] An officer with two-star rank (air vice marshal) is appointed to the rank of air marshal throughout the Pakistan air force history.[8][9] It helds air chief marshal ranks upon next promotion.[10]
Statutory limits
Since it's the second-highest rank coupled with additional powers and benefits, the law of Pakistan restricts the use of unsanctioned power by a three-star marshal and can be constraint under a certain constitutional amendment.[11]
See also
References
Шаблон:Military ranks by country Шаблон:Pakistan Armed Forces