Major General Yousef Ahmed Al-Hunaiti, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, looked over the Martyr Muwaffaq Salti Air Base’s personnel and weaponry readiness last week, to assess the Base’s air power and ability to achieve strategic deterrence. The Commander of the Royal Air Force welcomed him (photo).

The progress of operational, training, and logistical matters, future plans, and the ongoing efforts of the armed forces at various operational and humanitarian levels were briefed to Major General Al-Hunaiti.

Al-Hunaiti praised the readiness and preparation of the Base’s numerous squadrons during his tour, saying that they were ready for any task that might come their way, Petra news agency reported.

He also saw the newest equipment weapons, and equipment, such as the Simulation Aviation Center, which saves time, effort, and training in different weather conditions for the ranks of the weapons.

He emphasized that the process of development and modernization is ongoing, and that the supply of aircraft, gear, and weapons continues in a way that guarantees the armed forces' ability to fulfill their mission of defending the Kingdom’s land and skies.

During one of the air flights, Al-Hunaiti flew an F16 aircraft over the border fronts with the base pilots and saluted the Border Guards for their efforts to safeguard the country and its resources.

In the guest book, he wrote a note honoring the bravery and selflessness of the martyr Muwaffaq Al-Sultani and his fellow members of the Royal Air Force.

After meeting with the Base’s staff, Major General Al-Hunaiti, who was accompanied by several Senior Armed Forces Officers, expressed to them His Majesty the Supreme Commander’s pride in their exceptional level of morale and readiness to perform their assigned tasks with efficiency and competence in order to protect the country’s borders.

Moreover, Major General Yousef Ahmed Al-Hunaiti also emphasized on Thursday the need of improving combat effectiveness and high readiness in the Jordan Armed Forces’ various units and formations. He further pointed out that in order to ensure that these units are prepared to face any challenges, they must stay up to date with operational and technical advancements.

This occurred during the Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman’s visit to the Royal Artillery Corps’ 28th and 29th Royal Artillery Battalions. The Corps Commander welcomed him.

The concerned leaders briefed Major General Al-Hunaiti on the responsibilities, tasks, and operational capabilities of the two battalions, as well as the stages of their formation and armament, the benefits of these weapons, and the potential for firing them at distant targets.

The Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman went over the mechanisms, weapons, and gear that were fitted with them. He also heard an explanation of the operational capabilities and combat readiness, emphasizing their crucial role in bolstering the Jordan Armed Forces' defensive capabilities and strengthening the strategic deterrence system.

The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff met with the personnel of the two Battalions at the conclusion of the visit, which was witnessed by a number of Senior Officers of the Jordan Armed Forces. He expressed to them the pride and greetings of His Majesty the Supreme Commander and praised both Battalions for their outstanding efforts in completing their assigned tasks and remaining combat ready by upholding a standard of performance and discipline that reflects a spirit of commitment and patriotism.