In 1977, the Government of Pakistan renamed the city Faisalabad in honor of King Faisal of Saudi Arabia.

He subsequently won the Jet Conversion Trophy in 1961 and the “Top Gun” award as well as the Roll of Honor from the Fighter leader School in 1971.

During the Rann of Kutch conflict, Farooq flew various sorties and also participated in the Battle of Biar Bet during which he assisted the 24th Cavalry's fight against Indian forces.

During the Yom Kippur War, Farooq was amongst several Pakistan Air Force 'volunteers' deployed to various Arab countries in the Middle East to serve as military advisors.

He wrote a book titled "Learn The Secrets of Success" containing the rules of self-motivation and determination to achieve goals.