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Flag of an Air marshal in Pakistan Air Force
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Three-stars, crossed swords and laurel device worn by a Pakistani air marshal
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| 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[1] |
Air marshal /ɛərˈmɑːrʃl/ (abbreviated as AMorAIRMSHL) is a commissioned three-star military rankinPakistan 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 branchinuniformed services distinct from navy and army, it is equivalent to Vice admiralofnavy and lieutenant generalofarmy.[2][3]
Promotion to the rank of air marshal requires a solid record of military achievement by an air vice marshal.[4] However, the rank is also used for fighter pilots as a position advancement.[5] A two-star military aviator with no history of violations and immorality are promoted to the three-star rank in air force.[6][7]
Air marshal is directly appointed and promoted by the federal government[5] in accordance with rules and regulations of air force ordinance.[8] An officer with two-star rank (air vice marshal) is appointed to the rank of air marshal throughout the Pakistan air force history.[9][10] It helds air chief marshal ranks upon next promotion.[11]
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.[12]
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