Indian Air Force News & Discussions

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[Lord Of Gondor]

"The Last MiG 23 BN to fly in the world"

 

[Hindustani78]

President's Secretariat
10-November, 2016 13:27 IST
President of India Awards Standards to 501 Signal Unit and 30 Squadron

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee awarded Standards to 501 Signal Unit and 30 Squadronat Air Force Station, Ambala today (November 10, 2016).

Speaking on the occasion, the President said that since their inception, both 501 Signal Unit and 30 Squadron have distinguished themselves in the service of the Nation with honour and distinction. In recognition of their selfless devotion, professionalism and dedication to Service, the Nation honours them today with a deep sense of gratitude and appreciation.

The President said that 501 Signal Unit has completed 52 glorious years of service to the Nation. The unit has been the pioneer of Air Defence in the Northern region since its inception as an Air Defence Ground Station at Barnala. 501 Signal Unit has performed its role with utmost determination and single minded dedication, both in peace and in war. 30 Squadron or ‘Rhinos’ was formed on 01 November 1969 in Tezpur. It was then equipped with the MiG-21 FL aircraft. Whether flying the MiG-21 or the formidable Sukhoi-30 MKI, the Squadron has an enviable operational record. Its personnel have contributed selflessly and set high standards of professional excellence for others to emulate.

The President expressed confidence that these Units would continue to strive for excellence with professional zeal and serve the Nation selflessly in the years to come. He also complimented the personnel and families of both Units, past and present, for their selfless sacrifice and service to the nation on the occasion.

Among the dignitaries present on the occasion were Prof. Kaptan Singh Solanki, Governor of Haryana; Shri Manohar Lal, Chief Minister of Haryana and General Dalbir Singh, Chief of Army Staff.

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[Hindustani78]

The President, Shri Pranab Mukherjee reviewing the Parade at the presentation of Standards to 501 Signal Unit and 30 Squadron of Indian Air Force, at Air Force Station, Ambala, in Haryana on November 10, 2016.

The President, Shri Pranab Mukherjee presenting the Standards to 501 Signal Unit and 30 Squadron of Indian Air Force, at Air Force Station, Ambala, in Haryana on November 10, 2016. The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha is also seen.

 

[Hindustani78]

The President, Shri Pranab Mukherjee visiting the Photo Exhibition, at the presentation of Standards to 501 Signal Unit and 30 Squadron of Indian Air Force, at Air Force Station, Ambala, in Haryana on November 10, 2016. The Governor of Haryana, Prof. Kaptan Singh Solanki, the Chief Minister of Haryana, Shri Manohar Lal Khattar and the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha are also seen.

The President, Shri Pranab Mukherjee signing the visitors’ book, at the presentation of Standards to 501 Signal Unit and 30 Squadron of Indian Air Force, at Air Force Station, Ambala, in Haryana on November 10, 2016.

 

[Hindustani78]

The President of India and Supreme Commander of Indian Armed Forces, Shri Pranab Mukherjee releasing the First day Cover of 501 Signal Unit and 30 Squadron during President's Standard presentation, at Air Force Station, Ambala, in Haryana on November 10, 2016. The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha is also seen.

The President of India and Supreme Commander of Indian Armed Forces, Shri Pranab Mukherjee addressing the parade, during the President's Standard presentation, at Air Force Station, Ambala, in Haryana on November 10, 2016.

 

[Hindustani78]

IAFs Sarang helicopter aerobatic team performs at the Air Force Station in Ambala.

 

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[Abingdonboy]

IAF Brahmos TEL:

 

[Echo_419]

IAF Brahmos TEL:

That looks bulky AF !!
We should try to reduce the size of that thing

 

[Hindustani78]

Ministry of Defence
15-November, 2016 18:20 IST
Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha Inaugurates Seminar on Aviation Maintenance Trends by IAF

The Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha inaugurated a seminar on Aviation Maintenance Trends (AVIAMAT-2016) at Air Force Auditorium, Subroto Park, New Delhi today.

Indian Air Force is organising two day seminar on Aviation Maintenance Trends (AVIAMAT-2016) on 15th and 16th November 2016. The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha delivered the inaugural address of the seminar. The focus of the seminar is on the futuristic and alternative aviation maintenance approaches for both, the legacy systems as well as new systems to be inducted in IAF.

The Objective of the seminar is to bring together the designers, producers and users of high-tech aviation equipment so as to exploit the potential of available technologies. This would create a vibrant and advancing front for futuristic aviation maintenance technology. Topics on wide range of subject like Life Extension/ Supply Chain Management & Sustenance of Aircraft, Aviation Sensors & Electronic Warfare (EW) Systems, Trends in Propulsion Engineering & Emerging FOL Trends and Explosives & High Energy Materials would be presented by various delegates from the aviation maintenance field.

The AVIAMAT Seminar will see the participation of aviation experts not only from the sister services but also from other stakeholders like Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Hindustan Aeronautical Limited (HAL) and Directorate General of Aviation Quality Assurance. These agencies have embraced modern technologies and achieved significant indigenization and have a major role in enhancing nation's aviation maintenance technology.


The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha along with other senior officers releasing a Book on Aviation Maintenance Trends by the Indian Air Force, at the inauguration of a two-day seminar, in New Delhi on November 15, 2016.

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Ministry of Defence
15-November, 2016 18:39 IST
Cycle Expedition Flagged Off : 1 Air Fmn Sig Regt

1. 1 Air Fmn Sig Regt is one of the oldest Sig Regt to be raised in the IA. It was raised at Gillepie Lines, Meerut on 21 Dec 1941. The unit is celebrating its Platinum Jubilee this year. To commemorate this event and the Golden Jubilee of the raising of 1 Air Fmn Sig Regt, a team will embark on an inspiring cycling expedition. The expedition was flagged off by AOC-in-C, Western Air Command, Air Marshal SB Deo PVSM, AVSM, VM, VSM & ADC from Western Air Command Headquarters on 15 Nov 2016. The expedition is aimed at inculcating the spirit of adventure amongst all ranks and to spread awareness on the advantages of cycling on health and in reducing pollution.

2. The team consisting of one Officer, two JCOs and nine other ranks (OR) will traverse approximately 1100 km by road. The expedition would be over a 14 days with an average mileage of 70-80 km daily. This activity besides showcasing the disaster relief and humanitarian aid operation being performed by Air Force and Air Fmn Signals will also aim to promote awareness on environmental pollution and its mitigation by encouraging people to adopt cycling as a part of life style. The expedition is led by Capt. Sandeep Chauhan.

The AOC-in- C, Western Air Command, Air Marshal S.B. Deo facilitating the Cycle Expedition flag to Captain Sandeep Chauhan, team leader of Cycle Expedition 1 AFSR, in New Delhi on November 15, 2016.

 

[Nilgiri]

That looks bulky AF !!
We should try to reduce the size of that thing

What exactly is bulky about it?

 

[Abingdonboy]

That looks bulky AF !!
We should try to reduce the size of that thing

This is about as "sleek" as a self-contained TEL able to fire 3 supersonic Brahmos CM with SATCOM and tactical datalinks can get, "bulky" it may be but it is also highly capable.

 

[Water Car Engineer]

IAF Rudra

 

[4GTejasBVR]

IAF Rudra

Very nice to see lots of goodies made in India now a days. Years to come it's sky is the limit.

Thank you DM MP, PM Modi for greater push for MII products