94th Air Force Day: IAF Showcases Rafale, Su-30 MKI, Jaguar; AP Singh Highlights Operational Readiness
Air Chief Marshal A P Singh said the force is alert and committed, while a parade showcased Rafale, Su-30 MKI and other combat assets.
- On Thursday, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh addressed the 94th Air Force Day celebrations at Hindan air base in Uttar Pradesh, declaring the Indian Air Force remains "alerted, committed, and ready" to handle any global contingency.
- Over its 94 years, the Indian Air Force has evolved into an exceptional, network-centric, and multi-domain force; Singh described it as the "custodian of air power" protecting national interests in times of global uncertainty.
- Static displays included the Rafale, Su-30 MKI, Jaguar, LCH Prachand, and ALH Dhruv fighter jets and helicopters; three helicopters performed a 'Dhwaj' formation flypast past the Air Chief Marshal.
- Recalling last year's Operation Sindoor, the 28th Chief of Air Staff noted the world witnessed "firsthand the destructive power" and "air defence operations" during the military conflict with Pakistan.
- Ahead of his October 31 superannuation, Singh emphasized that "infallible, impervious and precise" is the manifestation of the IAF's strength and resolve to exceed expectations amid uncertain geopolitical conditions.
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Air Force Day: Air Chief Marshal A P Singh observes parade at Hindon base
The 94th Air Force Day celebrations began at the Hindan air base in Ghaziabad on Thursday with a ceremonial parade and display of some of the IAF's prized combat assets. The three service chiefs and other senior military officials were present at the event. Several former IAF chiefs were also in attendance.
‘Air power is key to protecting national interests’: IAF Chief on preparedness amid uncertainties
The Indian Air Force marks its 94th anniversary on October 8, with Air Chief Marshal AP Singh highlighting operational readiness, combat capability and the changing role of air power. Speaking at the Air Force Day celebrations at Hindon, AP Singh recalled the IAF’s operations during Operation Sindoor and said the force remains alert, committed and ready to meet any contingency. He also stressed that an air force’s true strength lies in its opera…
Alert and ready, says IAF chief on Air Force Day
Air Chief Marshal A P Singh stated on Thursday that the IAF's operational capabilities are advancing and the force is prepared for any challenges, highlighting its growth into a world-class, multi-domain force during the 94th Air Force Day celebrations in Hindan. He also mentioned his upcoming superannuation and the display of combat assets.
Op Sindoor showed world IAF's destructive power: Air Chief Marshal
Air Chief Marshal A P Singh said on Air Force Day that the Indian Air Force is ready to meet any challenge. His remarks, backed by displays of frontline assets, underscored the force's growing combat preparedness.
IAF chief recalls Operation Sindoor, says world saw India's 'destructive power' firsthand
Speaking on the 94th Air Force Day celebrations at the Hindan air base, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh recalled the success of Indian Air Force during last year's Operation Sindoor and said the entire world saw India's "destructive power" firsthand.
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