IN PHOTOS: Indian Air Force celebrates 89th foundation day

Updated On: 08 October, 2021 05:46 PM IST |

Indian Air Force Day is commemorated on October 8 every year to mark the foundation day of the Air Force. Celebrating its 89th anniversary, the Indian Air Force on Friday put up a dazzling show with 75 aircraft, drawn from its vintage and modern fleet, performing skilful manoeuvres also marking the platinum jubilee year of India`s Independence. Pics/Pallav Paliwal, PTI

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On the occasion of Air Force Day, the parade was held at Hindon Air Base in Uttar Pradesh`s Ghaziabad. Pic/Pallav Paliwal

<p>President Ram Nath Kovind on the occasion of 89th Air Force Day, said that the nation is proud of the Indian Air Force (IAF) which has proved its competency and capability time and again during peace and war. Pic/Pallav Paliwal</p>

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President Ram Nath Kovind on the occasion of 89th Air Force Day, said that the nation is proud of the Indian Air Force (IAF) which has proved its competency and capability time and again during peace and war. Pic/Pallav Paliwal

<p>Indian Air Force (IAF) chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari presented the Vayu Sena Medal - Gallantry to officers on 89th Air Force Day, at Hindan airbase on Friday. Pic/Pallav Paliwal</p>

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Indian Air Force (IAF) chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari presented the Vayu Sena Medal - Gallantry to officers on 89th Air Force Day, at Hindan airbase on Friday. Pic/Pallav Paliwal

<p>Indian Air Force (IAF) paratroopers from the `Akashganga` skydiving team glide during the 89th Air Force Day parade at Hindon Air Force station in Ghaziabad. Pic/Pallav Paliwal</p>

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Indian Air Force (IAF) paratroopers from the `Akashganga` skydiving team glide during the 89th Air Force Day parade at Hindon Air Force station in Ghaziabad. Pic/Pallav Paliwal

<p>The air show at the Hindon airbase showcased Dakota, Dornier, LCA Tejas and Rafale fighter jets among other aircraft. Some of the routines performed were a nod to the country`s victory in the 1971 war. Pic/Pallav Paliwal</p>

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The air show at the Hindon airbase showcased Dakota, Dornier, LCA Tejas and Rafale fighter jets among other aircraft. Some of the routines performed were a nod to the country`s victory in the 1971 war. Pic/Pallav Paliwal

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A total of 75 aircraft took part in the air show today at Hindon airbase as part of the 89th IAF Day celebrations. Pic/Pallav Paliwal

<p>An Indian Air Force (IAF) CH-47 Chinook helicopter displays its load carrying capabilities during an air display on the occasion of 89th foundation day of the force, at Hindan Airbase in Ghaziabad. Pic/PTI</p>

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An Indian Air Force (IAF) CH-47 Chinook helicopter displays its load carrying capabilities during an air display on the occasion of 89th foundation day of the force, at Hindan Airbase in Ghaziabad. Pic/PTI

<p>Indian Air Force (IAF) C17 with two Tejas M2K and two SU 30 during the 89th Air Force Day parade at Hindon Air Force station in Ghaziabad. Pic/Pallav Paliwal</p>

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Indian Air Force (IAF) C17 with two Tejas M2K and two SU 30 during the 89th Air Force Day parade at Hindon Air Force station in Ghaziabad. Pic/Pallav Paliwal

<p>The IAF was established on October 8, 1932, in undivided India which was under colonial rule. It was given the prefix `Royal` by King George VI for its contribution during the Second World War. Pic/PTI</p>

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The IAF was established on October 8, 1932, in undivided India which was under colonial rule. It was given the prefix `Royal` by King George VI for its contribution during the Second World War. Pic/PTI

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