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Indian Air Force Marks 92nd Anniversary with Spectacular Air Show in Chennai

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Indian Air Force Marks 92nd Anniversary with Spectacular Air Show in Chennai

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EventIndian Air Force (IAF) 92nd Anniversary Celebrations
DateOctober 6, 2024
LocationMarina Beach, Chennai
Theme"Sashakt, Saksham, Atmanirbhar" (Potent, Powerful, Self-reliant)
Key AttendeesTamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh
SpectatorsEstimated 1.5 million
Aircraft DisplayedTejas fighter jet, Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH), Light Combat Helicopter Prachand, Hindustan Turbo Trainer-40 (HTT-40), Sukhoi-30 MKI
IncidentTwo fatalities due to heat-related illnesses; several health issues reported among attendees
Aerobatic TeamsSuryakiran and Sarang Aerobatic Teams
IAF FormationOctober 8, 1932
Motto"Touch the Sky with Glory"
Primary RoleSecure Indian airspace and conduct aerial warfare
HeadquartersNew Delhi
Current StrengthApproximately 140,000 active personnel, around 1,700 aircraft
Key AircraftSukhoi-30 MKI, Tejas, C-17 Globemaster III, Mi-17, Apache
Indigenous ProjectsLight Combat Aircraft (Tejas), Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH)
IAF's RoleAir superiority, support to ground forces, humanitarian aid, disaster relief, peacekeeping missions
TrainingConducted at several bases across India
Recent DevelopmentsModernizing fleet, enhancing capabilities through technological advancements and collaborations
Annual CelebrationsAir shows and public displays of aerial prowess
Community EngagementOutreach programs to inspire future generations in aviation and defense

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