Air Marshal Pankaj Mohan Sinha, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief Western Air Command, visited forward posts in Eastern Ladakh early this morning to celebrate Holi with personnel of Army, Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and Indian Air Force (IAF), an IAF release said. Air Marshal Singha complimented them for steadfast vigilance despite the […]
In a first, IAF woman fighter pilot to join aerial wargames in Japan
For the first time, an Indian Air Force woman fighter pilot would be part of the Indian contingent for the aerial wargames to be held with outside the country. The women officers have been participating in wargames with the foreign contingents coming to India including the French Air Force where two of […]
IAF’s Combined Graduation Parade at Hyderabad Academy
The IAF’s Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) is underway in Hyderabad on Saturday to mark the successful completion of the pre-commissioning training of Flight Cadets of various branches of the Indian Air Force. The Combined Graduation Parade holds a special place in the heart of every Air Force officer. On the day, each officer takes […]
IAF boosts Su-30 aircrafts’ capabilities with new over 250km strike range missile
In a significant boost for the capabilities of its Su-30 combat aircraft fleet, the Indian Air Force is equipping them with a new missile which can take down ground-based targets from a distance of over 250 kilometres. The new missile has been acquired by the Indian Air Force under emergency provisions and will further enhance the […]
IAF chief announces creation of new weapon system branch
Pride and valour echoed in the celebrations of the Indian Airforce which marked the completion of 90 years of its foundation on Saturday. IAF chief Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari lauded the forces and informed that the Indian government approved the creation of a weapon system branch for the officers in IAF. This year’s anniversary […]
IAF gets new weapon systems branch for officers to handle drones, missile systems
In a major development, the Indian Air Force today announced the creation of a new weapon systems branch which would handle all its sophisticated ground-based and air-launched weapon systems. “It is my privilege to announce that the Government has approved the creation of a Weapon System Branch for Officers in the IAF. This […]
Made-in-India light combat helicopters ‘Prachand’ inducted into IAF
The first batch of indigenously-developed Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) named ” Prachand” was inducted into the Indian Air Force on Monday in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The induction ceremony was held in Rajasthan’s Jodhpur where newly appointed Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Anil Chauhan was also present […]
IAF jets scrambled after ‘bomb threat’ onboard China-bound Iranian passenger jet over India
Indian Air Force fighter jets were scrambled to intercept an aircraft with its origin in Iran and headed to China, which was moving towards New Delhi airspace. According to sources, inputs were received at 9:20 am by Delhi Police about a bomb threat on board a Mahan Air flight headed to Guangzhou […]
‘Bomb threat’ onboard Iranian plane over Indian airspace triggers alert, IAF jets scrambled
Indian Air Force fighter jets were scrambled to intercept a foreign aircraft with its origin in Iran that was moving towards the New Delhi airspace. According to sources, inputs were received by security agencies in Delhi about the possibility of a bomb on board, which triggered an alert and permission […]
Made-In-India Light Combat Helicopter to be inducted into IAF today
In a major boost to the Indian Air Force’s combat prowess, the first batch of indigenously-developed Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) will be inducted into the IAF inventory at a ceremony in Rajasthan’s Jodhpur today. The indigenous choppers will be inducted into IAF in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. […]
Ready to tackle any eventuality along China border: IAF’s first woman Su-30 weapon system operator
Amid the ongoing military deployment along the China front, Indian Air Force’s only female Weapon System Operator in the deadly Sukhoi-30 fighter fleet on Tuesday said pilots in the eastern sector were ready to respond to any eventuality in the area and prove their mettle in real operations. During a […]
LCA Tejas is very capable aircraft, has world-class missiles: IAF official
Commanding Officer of 45 squadrons of Indian Air Force also called Flying daggers, Group captain Syamantak Roy on Thursday said Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas is very capable aircraft and is equipped with world-class missiles. “The Sular Air Force base lies in the center of the southern peninsula, which ensures […]
IAF holds seminar to spread financial awareness among air warriors
In an endeavour to educate and familiarise all air warriors on the finer aspects of financial planning on the personal front, the Indian Air Force organised a day-long seminar on all relevant current financial issues, said the officials on Friday. The seminar titled ‘Financial Prudence and Awareness for Air Warriors’ […]
IAF seeks details from Boeing on grounding of US Army’s Chinook chopper fleet
The Indian Air Force has sought details from American defence manufacturer Boeing about the reasons behind the grounding of the US Army’s entire fleet of Chinook helicopters. The IAF operates its fleet of 15 of Boeing-made Chinook helicopters which were acquired from the US and inducted into the service in March 2019. […]
Madhya Pradesh: IAF to deploy 2 helicopters in Vidisha for disaster relief operations
The Indian Air Force (IAF) will deploy two medium-lift helicopters for disaster relief operations in Madhya Pradesh’s Vidisha where a flood-like situation prevails in many areas after heavy rainfall in the last 24 hours. IAF has decided to deploy two medium-lift Helicopters – Mi17 V5s – at Vidisha at Madhya Pradesh government’s request. In the last 24 hours, State […]