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When is Air Force Day

Air Force Day

About Air Force Day

When is Air Force Day

Indian Air Force Day is celebrated on October 8 every year. Every year, the Air Force Day is celebrated at Hindon base in presence of IAF chief and senior officials of the three armed forces. These celebrations include an air display where the most crucial and vintage aircraft put up a magnificent show.

Indian Air Force
 
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is the air arm of the Indian armed forces with the primary mission to secure Indian airspace and conduct aerial activities during armed conflicts. More than 170,000 personnel are in service with the Indian Air Force. Its personnel and aircraft
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Latest Updates on Air Force Day

President Murmu, Rajnath Singh witness IAF prowess on Air Force Day

The Indian Air Force on Saturday put up a dazzling show here with over 70 military aircraft and helicopters, drawn from its modern and vintage fleet

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Updated On : 08 Oct 2022 | 8:46 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi greets air warriors and their families on Air Force Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday greeted air warriors and their families on the Air Force Day.

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Updated On : 08 Oct 2022 | 11:28 AM IST

IAF to unveil new combat uniform for personnel on Air Force Day

The Chief of Air Staff will unveil the new pattern of combat uniform for Indian Air Force personnel on Air Force Day here on Saturday, officials said here

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Updated On : 04 Oct 2022 | 11:03 PM IST

Indian Air Force releases AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2022; here's how to download

Candidates who have applied for the test can now download their admit cards from the official website - afcat.cdac.in.

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Updated On : 10 Aug 2022 | 11:45 PM IST

Air Force Day: PM greets air warriors, says IAF synonymous with courage

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings on Air Force Day, and said the Indian Air Force is synonymous with courage, diligence and professionalism

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Updated On : 08 Oct 2021 | 9:28 AM IST

IAF's aerial parade on Air Force Day features Rafale, other fighter jets

Chinook, Apache, Mi 17 V5, Mi 35, ALH Mk IV and other helicopters of the IAF also took part in the aerial display

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Updated On : 09 Oct 2020 | 12:17 AM IST

87th Air Force Day: PM thanks 'air warriors' for their service to India

IAF continues to serve India with utmost dedication, excellence: PM on 87th Air Force Day

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Updated On : 08 Oct 2019 | 10:28 AM IST

In pictures: IAF prepares to conquer the sky on Air Force Day 2019

The IAF will celebrate the Air Force Day on October 8. Here is a look at some of the pictures from the dress rehearsal held on October 6

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Updated On : 07 Oct 2019 | 2:03 PM IST

Five steps to a viable air force

Upgrade and procure more squadrons, support indigenous fighter development, and acquire and indigenously develop force multipliers

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Updated On : 09 Oct 2017 | 10:43 PM IST

Air Force Day: Prepared to fight at a short notice, says IAF chief Dhanoa

The IAF chief also said losses during peacetime is a cause of concern

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Updated On : 08 Oct 2017 | 11:10 AM IST