IAF PILOTS
IAF rescues 13 fishermen stranded on Brahmaputra island in Assam, 3 dead in Mizoram landslides
In Mizoram, a landslide resulted in three deaths, including a four-year-old girl, after heavy rains caused the partial burial of a tin-roofed concrete building near Aizawl. Simultaneously, the Indian Air Force (IAF) rescued 13 fishermen stranded on a flooded Brahmaputra island in Assam's Dibrugarh district. I
IAF chief inaugurates Weapon Systems School to recalibrate Air Force
The Indian Air Force (IAF) inaugurated a Weapon Systems School (WSS) in Hyderabad on Tuesday. The school's aim is to recalibrate and transform the IAF into a future-oriented force. The ceremony was led by IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari.
India, Qatar discuss sale of Mirage 2000 fighters to IAF
A team from Qatar is in New Delhi to discuss the sale of Mirage 2000 fighters to the Indian Air Force, enhancing combat strength amidst retiring MiG fighters.
Modern warfare no longer solely physical domain: IAF chief V R Chaudhari
Indian Air Foece Chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari emphasised the evolving nature of modern warfare, influenced by cyber technologies, at the Combined Graduation Parade of the 213 Officers' Course. He stressed the importance of adapting, innovating, and leveraging technology for success in conflicts. He urged leaders to embody professionalism, aggressiveness, and initiative. Chaudhari highlighted the values of mission, integrity, and excellence, urging officers to prioritise reading and skills development to excel in their roles.
Kuwait fire tragedy: IAF aircraft carrying mortal remains of 45 Indians lands at Cochin airport
Kuwait fire tragedy: An IAF aircraft carrying the mortal remains of 45 Indian victims from the Kuwait fire incident landed at Cochin airport. Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh is onboard, coordinating repatriation efforts.
Chief of Air Staff to review Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy in Dundigal
The Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) of the 213 Officers' Course will be held on June 15 at the Air Force Academy (AFA), Dundigal, Hyderabad, marking the completion of training for flight cadets of the Indian Air Force (IAF). Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari will be the Reviewing Officer (RO) and will confer the President's Commission to the graduating trainees. The ceremony includes the presentation of 'Wings' to the Flight Cadets, officers of the Indian Navy, and Indian Coast Guard, as well as officers from friendly foreign countries completing their flying training.
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IAF's Sukhoi fighter crashes in Nashik; pilot, co-pilot eject safely
An Indian Air Force Sukhoi fighter plane crashed in Maharashtra. The pilot and co-pilot ejected safely in Nashik district, according to police.
Remotely piloted IAF aircraft crashes in Jaisalmer
A remotely piloted aircraft belonging to the Indian Air Force crashed in Pithala village, Jaisalmer district. The IAF stated that no personnel or property were harmed in the incident. The crash occurred during a routine training sortie, prompting the formation of a Court of Inquiry to investigate the cause.
IAF veteran Dalip Singh Majithia dies at 103
The centenarian, who had "over 1,100 flying hours to his name", including missions in aircraft such as Hurricanes and Spitfires, passed away at Uttarakhand's Rudrapur in the early hours of Tuesday, IAF sources said.
Let's send a woman to space
India has the highest number of female pilots in the world. As per the Indian Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Indian female pilots make up 14% of its pilot workforce, compared to a global average of 6%. That's not all. IAF started inducting female pilots in non-combat roles more than 30 years ago in 1993, while combat role recruitments began in 2016.
IAF's Apache attack helicopter makes emergency landing in Ladakh; both pilots safe
An Indian Air Force Apache helicopter made a precautionary landing during an operational training sortie in Ladakh due to undulating terrain and high altitude, sustaining damage. Both pilots aboard are safe. This incident marks the first such occurrence involving an Apache chopper in the IAF. A Court of Inquiry has been ordered to investigate the incident further.
Today astronauts are from IAF, tomorrow research scientists too would don the role: ISRO chief
ISRO's S Somanath envisions a future where research scientists, physicists, and biology specialists from various fields will become astronauts, driving India's space exploration towards a planned moon landing by 2040.
IAF's Tejas crashes near Jaisalmer in Rajasthan, pilot ejected safely
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), IAF said "One Tejas aircraft of the Indian Air Force met with an accident at Jaisalmer, today during an operational training sortie. The pilot ejected safely."
India's four astronaut-designates for Gaganyaan mission undergoing tight training schedule
India's four astronaut-designates for the Gaganyaan mission undergo a packed training schedule at ISRO's crew training facility. The training includes sessions on simulators, micro gravity familiarisation, survival, flying practice, and Yoga. Classroom and physical fitness training, as well as practical training on crew training simulators, are part of the program.
IAF's Sarang helicopter display team working hard for aerobatics display at Singapore Airshow 2024
The Indian Air Force's Sarang helicopter aerobatics team is set to dazzle spectators at the Singapore Airshow with their daring manoeuvres. The team of 71 personnel, flying five Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH), will showcase their skills over the weekend at the Changi Exhibition Centre. This marks the team's first international display since 2004, highlighting the deep cultural and defence ties between India and Singapore. The Sarang team's performances include challenging manoeuvres like Dolphin's Leap and Sarang Split, showcasing the agility of the ALH and the skills of the IAF pilots.
IAF displays firepower in Exercise Vayu Shakti with Rafale, LCH Prachand among 120 aircraft
The Pokhran range close to the India-Pakistan border in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer on Saturday witnessed the Indian Air Force's full spectrum display of combat and fire capabilities as part of its Exercise Vayu Shakti-2024. Over 120 aircraft of the IAF, including Rafale, Su-30 MKI, MiG-29, Mirage-2000, Tejas, C-17 and C-130J, took part in the exercise, keeping with the tagline 'lightning strike from the sky'.
IAF trainer aircraft crashes in West Bengal; both pilots eject safely
A Hawk trainer aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed in West Bengal's Paschim Medinipur district during a training sortie on Tuesday. Both pilots ejected safely, and there were no casualties or damage to civilian property. The crash occurred in a civilian area near the Kalaikunda Air Force Station between 4 pm and 5 pm while the aircraft was returning from the training session.
IAF hosts meet of aircraft test crew with industry stakeholders
According to a statement, he emphasised the need to comprehend contemporary challenges and align all efforts to facilitate ab-initio hand holding of the industry towards product development, flight testing and evaluation. The seminar also highlighted the importance of joint efforts and teamwork in the niche field of flight testing and aerospace product development.
Air Marshal P K Barbora passes away
Air Marshal P K Barbora passed away on Monday. He had commanded 29 Sqn and 11 Wing and had been AA to Russia. After a stint as SASO, EAC, he was AOC-in-C EAC and later WAC.
First look of 'Fighter': Shah Rukh Khan impressed to see Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone & Anil Kapoor as IAF pilots
Shah Rukh Khan wished good luck to Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone for their upcoming film 'Fighter', directed by Siddharth Anand. He expressed his excitement regarding the first look of the film.
'Wrong dates, facts': Sachin Pilot slams Amit Malviya over 'Rajesh Pilot bombed Mizoram' claim
Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Tuesday hit out at BJP IT department head Amit Malviya for claiming that his father Rajesh Pilot dropped bombs as an air force pilot in Mizoram in March 1966, saying the facts and dates are wrong as he was commissioned into the force in October that year. In a post on X, Malviya had claimed that Rajesh Pilot and Suresh Kalmadi were flying the Indian Air Force planes that bombed Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram, on March 5, 1966.
Nothing is impossible: Woman pilot leading IAF's marching contingent at Bastille Day parade
Squadron Leader Sindhu Reddy, a helicopter pilot of the Indian Air Force, will lead its marching contingent at the Bastille Day parade in Paris. She will convey a simple message that nothing is impossible if you go with your passion, determination and perseverance. The Indian Army, Navy, and IAF will participate in the parade along with their French counterparts.
Woman pilot to lead IAF's marching contingent at Bastille Day parade
A woman helicopter pilot, Squadron Leader Sindhu Reddy, will lead the 68-member Indian Air Force contingent at the Bastille Day parade in Paris next week that will be graced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the guest of honour. A 269-member tri-services contingent of the Indian armed forces has left for Paris to participate in the parade, with four Rafale fighter jets of the IAF also taking part in the flypast over the Champs Elysees.
Indian Air Force's trainer aircraft crashes in Karnataka, pilots eject safely
No casualties were reported. According to IAF, the pilots were on a routine training sortie when the incident occurred. A court of inquiry was ordered to ascertain the cause of accident.
IAF's only C-17 woman pilot brings back Indians from Sudan under Operation Kaveri: Sources
Flight Lieutenant Har Raj Kaur Boparai, IAF's first and only woman pilot of the heavy-lift transport aircraft C-17 Globemaster, has taken part in Operation Kaveri, India's complex mission to bring back its citizens safely from the strife-torn Sudan, official sources said on Thursday. The C-17 Globemaster is the largest aircraft asset of the Indian Air Force.
India's first woman Rafale pilot part of Air Force team in France wargame
The first Indian woman fighter pilot to fly the new Rafale jets, Flight Lieutenant Shivangi Singh, is now soaring high in the skies over France as part of the ongoing multi-nation exercise.
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