No. 81 Squadron PAF
| No. 81 Squadron | |
|---|---|
| Active | Since 1963 (61–62) |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Allegiance | Pakistan Air Force |
| Branch | GD(P)/Flying |
| Type | Squadron |
| Role | SAR & OCU |
| Airbase | PAF Base Peshawar |
| Nickname(s) | Kangaroos |
| Mascot(s) | A Kangaroo |
| Helicopters | Alouette-III |
| Engagements | |
| Aircraft flown | |
| Helicopter | Alouette-III |
The No. 81 Search & Rescue Squadron nicknamed Kangaroos is a helicopter unit of the Pakistan Air Force. It operates French Alouette-III helicopters providing SAR coverage from PAF Base Peshawar. It also runs the Helicopter Flying Training School (HFTS) where PAF helicopter pilots receive basic training on rotorcrafts.