Mohammad Hyasat
{{Infobox military person
| honorific_prefix = Brigadier General
| name = Mohammad Fathi Hyasat
| native_name = محمد فتحي حياصات
| native_name_lang = ar
| image = Commander of the Royal Jordanian Air Force General Mohammad Hiyasat in Amman, Jordan, March 5, 2023 - 230305-D-PM193-1208 (52729404375) (cropped).jpg
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1975|03|14}}
| birth_place = Amman, Jordan
| allegiance = {{flag|Jordan}}
| branch = {{Flagicon image|Air Force Ensign of Jordan.svg
|size=25px}} Royal Jordanian Air Force
| serviceyears = 1994–present
| rank = Brigadier General
| commands = Commander of the Royal Jordanian Air Force
| battles = Syrian Civil War
| awards = Order of the Star of Jordan, Order of Independence
}}
Mohammad Fathi Hyasat ({{langx|ar|محمد فتحي حياصات|translit=Muḥammad Fatḥī Ḥayāṣāt}}; March 14, 1975) is a brigadier general in the Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF) and has been serving as its commander since 2021.{{Cite web |date=2021-07-01 |title=Brigadier general Muhammad Hyasat appointed as commander of the Royal Jordan Air Force |url=https://en.ammonnews.net/article/50771 |access-date=2024-11-05 |website=Ammon News}} Known for his emphasis on modernization and joint operations, Hyasat has been pivotal in advancing the RJAF's capabilities through international partnerships, notably with the United States Air Force. His tenure includes oversight of significant procurement agreements, including for the F-16 Fighting Falcon Block 70/72.{{cite web |title=F-16 BLOCK 70 Jordanian Air Force Acquisition |url=https://defense-arab.com/vb/threads/176334/ |access-date=2024-11-05}}
Early life and education
Hyasat was born on March 14, 1975, in Amman, Jordan.{{cite web |title=RJAF Commanders |url=https://www.rjaf.mil.jo |access-date=2024-11-05}} After completing his early education, he joined the Royal Jordanian Air Force as a cadet in 1988. He graduated from the prestigious King Hussein Air College in 1991 as a 2nd Lieutenant fighter pilot.{{cite web |title=Brigadier General Muhammad Hyasat appointed as Commander of the Royal Jordanian Air Force |url=https://en.ammonnews.net/article/50771 |access-date=2024-11-05}}
Military career
= Early service =
Hyasat began his career in the Royal Jordanian Air Force in 1991 after completing pilot training. Initially serving as a fighter pilot, he demonstrated notable skills in aerial tactics and rapidly advanced in rank. His early assignments included tactical missions and specialized training roles, contributing to his reputation as a strategic planner in air combat.{{cite web |title=Jordanian Armed Forces Biography of Mohammad Hyasat |url=https://jaf.mil.jo |access-date=2024-11-05}}
= Command positions =
As he progressed through the ranks, Hyasat held several senior positions, focusing on operational planning, training, and regional security initiatives. His leadership approach emphasized the integration of advanced technology and strengthening of regional security partnerships.{{cite web |title=The Commander of the Royal Air Force awards graduation certificates |url=https://www.jaf.mil.jo/NewsViewen.aspx?NewsId=2828 |access-date=2024-11-05}}
= Appointment as commander of RJAF =
On August 5, 2021, Hyasat was appointed as the commander of the Royal Jordanian Air Force, succeeding Major General Yousef Huneiti.{{cite web |title=Appointment of RJAF Commander |url=https://defense-arab.com/vb/threads/176334/page-3/ |access-date=2024-11-05}} In this role, he has focused on modernizing the air force and expanding Jordan's defense partnerships, particularly with the United States, to enhance the RJAF's tactical and strategic capabilities.{{cite web |title=U.S.-Jordan Defense Relations |url=https://defense-arab.com/vb/threads/176334/post-4702691 |access-date=2024-11-05}}
Modernization and partnerships
Under Hyasat's leadership, the RJAF signed a significant agreement with the United States to acquire 12 F-16 Fighting Falcon Block 70/72. As part of a phased upgrade of Jordan's air defense capabilities. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to counter regional security threats and align Jordanian military standards with NATO protocols.{{cite web |title=Royal Jordanian Air Force signs F-16 procurement deal |url=https://defense-arab.com/vb/threads/176334 |access-date=2024-11-05}}