Watch | First visuals of Rafale fighter jets landing at IAF airbase
4 years, 4 months ago

Watch | First visuals of Rafale fighter jets landing at IAF airbase

India TV News  

Rafale fighter jets, the mighty war-machines, landed on Indian soil on afternoon on Wednesday. Rafale fighter jets give India a distinct edge in power equation of South Asia in times when China is increasing hell-bent on misadventures along Line of Actual Control. When Rafale fighter jets entered Indian airspace on Wednesday, IAF's Sukhoi fighter jets escorted the Rafales as they approached Indian mainland. Rafale fighter jets are equipped with the deadly Meteor, MICA and SCALP missiles. Image Source : AP Rafale fighter jets The IAF’s Rafales will also be equipped with MICA, a missile the Indian Air Force knows very well as it is also part of the upgrade package for the IAF’s Mirage 2000 aircraft.

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Rafale Jets Carry Out Long-Range Mission In Indian Ocean Region
1 year, 6 months ago

Rafale Jets Carry Out Long-Range Mission In Indian Ocean Region

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: Four Rafale fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force carried out a "strategic" mission over the Indian Ocean region for over six hours, in a significant demonstration of their long-range combat capabilities, people familiar with the operation said on Wednesday. The jets took off from the Hasimara Air Force station in the eastern sector, carried out the mission …

Rafale jets carry out long-range mission in Indian Ocean Region
1 year, 6 months ago

Rafale jets carry out long-range mission in Indian Ocean Region

The Hindu  

Four Rafale fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force carried out a "strategic" mission over the Indian Ocean region for over six hours, in a significant demonstration of their long-range combat capabilities, people familiar with the operation said on May 31. The Indian Air Force carried out the mission at a time China has been ramping up its presence in …

4 Rafale jets conduct long-range mission in Indian Ocean Region
1 year, 6 months ago

4 Rafale jets conduct long-range mission in Indian Ocean Region

India Today  

Four Rafale fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force carried out a "strategic" mission over the Indian Ocean region for over six hours, in a significant demonstration of their long-range combat capabilities, people familiar with the operation said on Wednesday. The IAF carried out the mission at a time when China has been ramping up its presence in the Indian …

After IAF, now Indian Navy to get Rafale fighter jets
1 year, 11 months ago

After IAF, now Indian Navy to get Rafale fighter jets

Firstpost  

The Indian Navy has rejected the American jet F/A-18 Super Hornet and opted for the deal with Rafale. The deal for the Rafale M is being termed as a milestone in the relations between India and France Paris: After the Indian Air Force the Indian Navy is also in line to get Rafale fighter aircraft from France. Earlier, the Indian …

IAF Carries Out Air Exercise in Northeastern Region; Gets Last of 36 Rafale Jets
2 years ago

IAF Carries Out Air Exercise in Northeastern Region; Gets Last of 36 Rafale Jets

News 18  

The Indian Air Force, bolstered by its full complement of Rafale combat jets, on Thursday launched a major exercise covering the Northeastern region amid a fresh spike of border tension with China along the Line of Actual Control in Arunachal Pradesh. The last of the 36 IAF Rafales landed in India after a quick enroute sip from a UAE Air …

'Proud to see all 36 rafales on India's soil': French envoy Emmanuel Lenain
2 years ago

'Proud to see all 36 rafales on India's soil': French envoy Emmanuel Lenain

Firstpost  

The Rafale is a 4.5-generation aircraft and has helped India regain its supremacy over the Indian sub-constituent skies with long-range air-to-air and air-to-ground missiles along with advanced radar and electronic warfare capabilities New Delhi: French Ambassador to India Emmanuel Lenain, on Thursday, said that he is proud to see 36 rafales with full equipment after all the ‘Rafales’ landed on …

Incredible moment! Indian Air Force fighter jets refuel mid-air | Video
2 years, 4 months ago

Incredible moment! Indian Air Force fighter jets refuel mid-air | Video

India TV News  

Highlights French Air Force A330 Phenix aerial refuelling tanker refuelled IAF jets mid-air French A330 Multi-Role Tanker/Transport is currently deployed in Queensland's Amberley The operation demonstrated a high level of mutual trust between the two countries In a first, a French Air Force A330 Phenix aerial refuelling tanker refuelled the Sukhoi SU-30s of the Indian Air Force mid-air ahead of …

France has delivered all 36 Rafale jets to India: French envoy
2 years, 5 months ago

France has delivered all 36 Rafale jets to India: French envoy

The Hindu  

France has delivered all 36 Rafale fighter jets to India, said the French Envoy in India, Emmanuel Lenain, speaking on the sidelines of the French National Day celebrations on Thursday. One Rafale jet, which is the instrumented aircraft on which the 13 India specific enhancements are being tested, is still in France, an official source said on Friday. The last …

Last batch of Rafale jets to arrive in India next week
2 years, 10 months ago

Last batch of Rafale jets to arrive in India next week

The Hindu  

The last batch of three Rafale fighter jets are scheduled to arrive in India next week while work on upgrading all the Rafale jets in service to the Indian standard configuration with the 13 India specific enhancements is currently underway in India, according to defence officials. “IAF has taken delivery of the jets in France and the modalities of their …

IAF operationalises second Rafale squadron at Hasimara
3 years, 4 months ago

IAF operationalises second Rafale squadron at Hasimara

The Hindu  

The Indian Air Force on Wednesday operationalised its second Rafale fighter squadron by formally inducting jets into the No. The IAF has so far inducted 26 Rafale jets in eights batches; the previous batch was inducted on July 21. An IAF statement said: “Addressing the personnel during the induction ceremony, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, Chief of Air Staff said …

Watch | IAF inducts second squadron of Rafale fighter aircraft at West Bengal's Hashimara base
3 years, 4 months ago

Watch | IAF inducts second squadron of Rafale fighter aircraft at West Bengal's Hashimara base

India TV News  

In a boost to the Indian Air Force, induction of the second squadron of Rafale fighter aircraft was done at the Hashimara air base in West Bengal. India has so far received 26 Rafale aircraft out of the 36 it has ordered from Dassault Aviation, Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt said Wednesday. The first batch of five Rafale …

WATCH | IAF inducts second squadron of Rafale aircraft at West Bengal’s Hasimara
3 years, 4 months ago

WATCH | IAF inducts second squadron of Rafale aircraft at West Bengal’s Hasimara

Live Mint  

The Indian Air Force on Wednesday formally inducted the second squadron of Rafale jets at West Bengal's Hasimara airbase in Eastern Air Command. "The induction of Rafale had been carefully planned at Hasimara keeping in mind the importance of strengthening IAF's capability in the eastern sector," said Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria at the ceremony. Delivery of Rafale jets India …

Three more Rafale jets arrive in India from France
3 years, 5 months ago

Three more Rafale jets arrive in India from France

India Today  

In a major boost for the Indian Air Force, three more Rafale fighter jets arrived in India after flying non-stop from France on Wednesday. "Three Rafale aircraft arrived in India a short while ago, after a direct ferry from Istres Air Base, France. — Indian Air Force July 21, 2021 The new batch of the aircraft will be part of …

IAF likely to operationalise second squadron of Rafale aircraft by July-end
3 years, 5 months ago

IAF likely to operationalise second squadron of Rafale aircraft by July-end

Live Mint  

The Indian Air Force is likely to operationalise its second squadron of the Rafale combat aircraft by the end of July and it will be based in Hasimara air base in West Bengal, officials said on Tuesday. The first batch of five Rafale jets arrived in India on July 29, 2020, nearly four years after India signed an inter-governmental agreement …

Three more Rafales head for India; to take IAF's count to 21
3 years, 7 months ago

Three more Rafales head for India; to take IAF's count to 21

India TV News  

The sixth batch of three more Rafale fighter jets took off from France for India on Wednesday, the Indian embassy in France said. "Next batch of three #Rafales leave from France to India; wished the pilots smooth flight and safe landing," the Indian embassy in France tweeted. India had signed an inter-governmental agreement with France in September 2016 for the …

10 more Rafale fighter jets to land in India by next month: Official
3 years, 8 months ago

10 more Rafale fighter jets to land in India by next month: Official

Live Mint  

Six Rafale fighter jets will land in India on April 28, enabling the Indian Air Force to take the first steps to raise its second squadron of the fourth-generation-plus fighter jets, according to a report by Hindustan Times. A senior IAF official said to Hindustan Times that with the induction of the 6 fighters will complete the Golden Arrows squadron …

Three more Rafale jets arrive in India from France
3 years, 8 months ago

Three more Rafale jets arrive in India from France

The Hindu  

The fourth batch of three Rafales landed on Wednesday evening flying directly from the Istres Air Base in France, the IAF said. The Indian Air Force is set to raise the second squadron of the Rafale combat jets in mid-April and it will be based in Hasimara air base in West Bengal, according to military officials. The Rafale jets, manufactured …

Fourth Batch of Rafale Jets Land in India: Mapping Their Journey From France to Jamnagar
3 years, 8 months ago

Fourth Batch of Rafale Jets Land in India: Mapping Their Journey From France to Jamnagar

News 18  

It was to be a secret take-off and landing. @IndembAbuDhabi @Indian_Embassy pic.twitter.com/6gFwh0AnjR— Indian Air Force March 31, 2021 But all’s well that ends well. The fourth batch of the three IAF Rafales landed at the Jamnagar base, on Indian soil, after a direct ferry from Istres Air Base in France. The three jets have completed a 10-hour, 7000-km journey safely, …

Fourth batch of 3 Rafale jets lands in India from France
3 years, 8 months ago

Fourth batch of 3 Rafale jets lands in India from France

India Today  

A fourth batch of three Rafale fighter jets landed in India on Wednesday evening after flying non-stop from France, in a further boost to the strike capability of the Indian Air Force. pic.twitter.com/Ch36dgptNF — Indian Air Force March 31, 2021 The IAF also thanked the UAE air force for refuelling the Rafale jets, describing it as yet another milestone in …

Rafales' second squadron at Hasimara to counter threats from China
3 years, 9 months ago

Rafales' second squadron at Hasimara to counter threats from China

India TV News  

The Indian Air Force plans to raise its second squadron of Rafale fighter jets at Hasimara Air Force base in West Bengal by next month to counter threats from China. Hasimara is a strategic base for IAF operations because of its proximity to Bhutan, the Chumbi Valley where lies a tri-junction between India, Bhutan, and China, and Doklam where a …

Air Force to induct second squadron of Rafale fighter aircraft in April
3 years, 9 months ago

Air Force to induct second squadron of Rafale fighter aircraft in April

India Today  

In a move to strengthen itself on the eastern front along the China border, the Indian Air Force will be inducting the second squadron of the Rafale fighter aircraft in mid-April. By the time the second squadron gets operationalised, the Indian Air Force would have more than 20 Rafale fighter jets. In September last year, five Rafale fighter jets were …

IAF's muscle power gets further boost as 3 more Rafale jets arrive
3 years, 10 months ago

IAF's muscle power gets further boost as 3 more Rafale jets arrive

India TV News  

In a further boost for the Indian Air Force's striking capability, three more Rafale jets arrived in India on Wednesday evening covering a distance of over 7000km non-stop. The first batch of five Rafale jets arrived in India on July 29, 2020, nearly four years after India signed an inter-governmental agreement with France to procure 36 of the aircraft at …

Second batch of Rafale jets arrive in India from France, Def Min congratulates IAF
4 years, 1 month ago

Second batch of Rafale jets arrive in India from France, Def Min congratulates IAF

Live Mint  

The second batch of three Rafale jets took off from a French airbase and arrived in India at 8:14 pm on Wednesday after three mid-air refuelling en route and flying non-stop from France. Sharing a video of the second batch of Rafales landing in India, Singh wrote in a tweet, "The IAF pilots brought home the second batch of three …

Three Rafale jets arrive at Jamnagar airbasein Gujarat from France: Officials
4 years, 1 month ago

Three Rafale jets arrive at Jamnagar airbasein Gujarat from France: Officials

Live Mint  

Three more French built multi role Rafale aircraft landed in India on Wednesday taking the total number of jets to arrive in India from France to eight. The three aircraft landed in Jamnagar in Gujarat, a person in the know of the matter said. The new aircraft are being inducted 23 years after India inducted the Russian designed Sukhoi aircraft …

India to receive second batch of Rafale fighter jets today
4 years, 1 month ago

India to receive second batch of Rafale fighter jets today

India TV News  

The Indian Air Force will receive three Rafale combat aircraft today from the manufacturer French company Dassault Aviation. They will fly directly from Istres in France to Jamnagar and will be accompanied by French Air Force mid-air refuelling aircraft. Earlier on July 29, India has received the first batch of the five Rafale aircraft which were inducted on September 10 …

Amid Rafale\'s induction, Rajnath Singh issues \'big and stern\' message to China
4 years, 3 months ago

Amid Rafale\'s induction, Rajnath Singh issues \'big and stern\' message to China

Deccan Chronicle  

Amid the rising border tensions with China at Eastern Ladakh, the Indian Air Force on Thursday inducted five Rafale jets during a glittering ceremony at the Ambala air base. In a clear reference to China, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the induction of five French-made multirole Rafale jets into the Indian Air Force is a "big and stern" message to …

From Rajnath Singh's stern message to China to Smriti Irani's 'defining day', how politicos reacted to Rafale induction
4 years, 3 months ago

From Rajnath Singh's stern message to China to Smriti Irani's 'defining day', how politicos reacted to Rafale induction

Firstpost  

Rajnath Singh, who was at Thursday’s induction ceremony along with Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, said national security is a major priority for India and it is determined to protect its territory Reacting to the induction of the first batch of five Rafale fighter jets into the Indian Air Force at Ambala Air Base on Thursday amid tensions with China …

Rafale Induction Ceremony: First batch of fighter jets inducted to IAF's 'Golden Arrows' squadron at Ambala airbase
4 years, 3 months ago

Rafale Induction Ceremony: First batch of fighter jets inducted to IAF's 'Golden Arrows' squadron at Ambala airbase

Firstpost  

A traditional water cannon salute was given to the Rafale fleet before its ceremonial induction into the 17 Squadron of the IAF The first batch of five Rafale fighter jets were formally inducted into the Indian Air Force on Thursday in Ambala air base. #WATCH Live from Ambala: Rafale induction ceremony at IAF airbase https://t.co/uEJiV3yiDK — ANI September 10, 2020 …

Rafale induction a game changer, says Rajnath Singh
4 years, 3 months ago

Rafale induction a game changer, says Rajnath Singh

The Hindu  

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday called the induction of the French Rafale fighter jet into the Indian Air Force a “game changer” and termed it a very important step in the light of the prevailing security conditions that “have been created along India’s borders.” This formal ceremony also marks their full operational induction into the IAF, said Air Chief …

Rafale Induction at IAF's Ambala Airbase: Here's All You Need to Know About French Fighter Jet
4 years, 3 months ago

Rafale Induction at IAF's Ambala Airbase: Here's All You Need to Know About French Fighter Jet

News 18  

The Dassault-Made 4.5-gen multi-role fighter jet ‘Rafale’ will be formally inducted in the Indian Air Force at the Ambala Airbase. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh earlier received the first of 36 Rafale fighter jets and flew a sortie in the MMRCA fighter jet from a French airbase in Paris to gain first-hand experience of the aircraft. Here’s a look at the …

First batch of 5 Rafale fighter jets formally inducted into IAF
4 years, 3 months ago

First batch of 5 Rafale fighter jets formally inducted into IAF

India TV News  

The first batch of five Rafale fighter jets was formally inducted into the Indian Air Force at Ambala air base on Thursday. HIGHLIGHTS Defence Minister Rajnath Singh presents induction scroll of Rafale fighter jets to Group Captain Harkeerat Singh, Commanding Officer, 17 Squadron 'Golden Arrows' of the Indian Air Force. This induction is important considering the kind of atmosphere at …

Rafale Induction 'Big, Strong' Message to Those Eyeing Our Sovereignty, Says Rajnath Singh as 5 Jets Join IAF
4 years, 3 months ago

Rafale Induction 'Big, Strong' Message to Those Eyeing Our Sovereignty, Says Rajnath Singh as 5 Jets Join IAF

News 18  

The first batch of five Rafale fighter jets were formally inducted into the Indian Air Force on Thursday at Ambala air base, in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, his French counterpart Florence Parly and Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria. Singh said induction of Rafale jets into the IAF is crucial considering the kind of atmosphere being created along …

Rafale Jets Represent Strong India, Says Rajnath Singh As Aircraft Inducted Into IAF At Ambala Airbase
4 years, 3 months ago

Rafale Jets Represent Strong India, Says Rajnath Singh As Aircraft Inducted Into IAF At Ambala Airbase

ABP News  

#WATCH Indian Air Force’s 'Sarang Aerobatic Team' performs at the Rafale induction ceremony in Ambala pic.twitter.com/KI4X3cHAl7 — ANI September 10, 2020 At 10.00 AM tomorrow, #Rafale aircraft will be formally inducted into @IAF_MCC at the Air Force Station in Ambala. The aircraft will be part of 17 Squadron, the “Golden Arrows”. The Rafale jets are India's first major acquisition of …

Rafale induction stern message to those eyeing India's sovereignty: Rajnath Singh
4 years, 3 months ago

Rafale induction stern message to those eyeing India's sovereignty: Rajnath Singh

India Today  

At the formal induction ceremony of the five Rafale jets delivered to India, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday that the induction comes at a crucial juncture considering the current border situation India faces, hinting at the ongoing standoff with China in Ladakh. Speaking at the ceremony, which was attended by French minister of armed forces Florence Parly, Rajnath …

'New bird' Rafale formally inducted into Indian Air Force's Golden Arrows squadron
4 years, 3 months ago

'New bird' Rafale formally inducted into Indian Air Force's Golden Arrows squadron

India Today  

Five Rafale fighter jets were formally inducted into the Indian Air Force on Thursday at a ceremony in the Ambala air base. A traditional ‘sarva dharma puja’, a ceremonial 'water cannon salute' to the Rafale jets and an aerial display featuring various breathtaking manoeuvres by the aircraft marked their induction into the 17 Squadron ‘Golden Arrows’ of the IAF. Ambala: …

5 Rafale fighter jets now official part of IAF in boost to India's air power | Updates
4 years, 3 months ago

5 Rafale fighter jets now official part of IAF in boost to India's air power | Updates

India Today  

With a traditional ‘Sarva Dharma Puja’, air display and Sarang aerobatic team’s performance, the first batch of five Rafale fighter jets has been formally inducted into the Indian Air Force on Thursday in a mega ceremony in Ambala. Updates on Rafale induction ceremony: 12.03 pm: Five Rafale fighter jets formally inducted into the Indian Air Force on Thursday at a …

Rafale good to go and deliver: IAF chief at induction ceremony in Ambala
4 years, 3 months ago

Rafale good to go and deliver: IAF chief at induction ceremony in Ambala

India Today  

Rafales are good to go and deliver -- Indian Air Force chief Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria said after five Rafale jet planes were inducted at IAF base in Ambala on Thursday. FOLLOW LIVE UPDATES ON RAFALE INDUCTION CEREMONY HERE The first batch of five Rafale fight was formally inducted into the Indian Air Force on Thursday in a mega ceremony …

IAF to formally induct Rafale aircraft at Ambala Air Force Station on Sept 10
4 years, 3 months ago

IAF to formally induct Rafale aircraft at Ambala Air Force Station on Sept 10

India TV News  

The Indian Air Force will formally induct the newly acquired Rafale fighter jets tomorrow at the Air Force Station in Ambala. Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, Defence Secretary Dr Ajay Kumar, Dr G Satheesh Reddy, Secretary Department of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO along with other senior officers …

Induction Ceremony of Rafale Jets into IAF's 'Golden Arrows' Squadron to be Held at Ambala Airbase on Sept 10
4 years, 3 months ago

Induction Ceremony of Rafale Jets into IAF's 'Golden Arrows' Squadron to be Held at Ambala Airbase on Sept 10

News 18  

A formal induction ceremony of five Rafale fighter jets into the Indian Air Force is scheduled to be held at Ambala airbase in Haryana on September 10, confirmed by Ministry of Defence. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat and the entire top military brass of the country will also present in the event to witness …

Letter threatens to blow up Ambala Air Base that houses Rafale jets
4 years, 4 months ago

Letter threatens to blow up Ambala Air Base that houses Rafale jets

Op India  

On Friday, the Indian Air Force authorities reportedly received a letter wherein unidentified miscreants threatened to blow up the Ambala base in Haryana that houses five Rafale fighter aircraft. The first batch of five Rafale fighter aircraft had arrived at the IAF Air Force Station in Ambala on 29th July. The five fighter aircraft, which were flown by Indian Air …

Those Trying to Threaten India Should be Worried: Rajnath's Veiled Warning to China after Rafales Land
4 years, 4 months ago

Those Trying to Threaten India Should be Worried: Rajnath's Veiled Warning to China after Rafales Land

News 18  

The arrival of five Rafale jets will make the Indian Air Force much stronger to deter any threat facing India and those wanting to threaten the country's territorial integrity should be worried about its new capability, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Wednesday. Taking to Twitter, Singh said that the touchdown of Rafale jets in India marks the beginning of …

Rafale Touchdown Historic Day for IAF, Jets Will be Game Changer: Amit Shah
4 years, 4 months ago

Rafale Touchdown Historic Day for IAF, Jets Will be Game Changer: Amit Shah

News 18  

Describing the arrival of five Rafale fighter jets as a historic day for the Indian Air Force and a proud moment for India, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said they are the world's most powerful machines capable of thwarting any challenge in the sky. In a series of tweets, Shah also said the Modi government is committed to …

Rafale Reaches IAF Ambala Airbase, Here's How This Fighter Jet Can Increase India's Strength
4 years, 4 months ago

Rafale Reaches IAF Ambala Airbase, Here's How This Fighter Jet Can Increase India's Strength

News 18  

The five Dassault-made Rafale fighter Jets have reached India and landed at the Ambala airbase. Here’s a look at the history and specifications of the Dassault Rafale to understand what makes this Fighter Jet so special for the Indian Air Force- A look at why India wants the Rafale combat aircraft. Rafale is a Medium Multi-Role Combat Aircraft that is …

5 Rafale Jets Arrive in India to Rousing Welcome, To Give Boost to IAF's Combat Capability
4 years, 4 months ago

5 Rafale Jets Arrive in India to Rousing Welcome, To Give Boost to IAF's Combat Capability

News 18  

Nearly 23 years after Sukhoi aircraft were imported, a fleet of five French-manufactured Rafale multi-role combat jets touched down in India, giving the country's air power a strategic edge over its adversaries in the neighbourhood. The NDA government had inked a Rs 59,000-crore deal on September 23, 2016 to procure 36 Rafale jets from French aerospace major Dassault Aviation after …

Rafale boost for Air Force: How it helps India’s air power amid China tension
4 years, 4 months ago

Rafale boost for Air Force: How it helps India’s air power amid China tension

Hindustan Times  

Rafale boost for Air Force: How it helps India’s air power amid China tension The first five of a batch of French Rafale fighter jets touched down at Haryana's Ambala this afternoon. Chief of Air Staff RKS Bhadauria was at the strategically key Ambala air base to receive the Rafale jets. 17 Squadron, also known as the ''Golden Arrows'', and …

Beginning of new era in India's military history: First batch of Rafale jets landed at Ambala airbase
4 years, 4 months ago

Beginning of new era in India's military history: First batch of Rafale jets landed at Ambala airbase

India TV News  

After flying for around 7,000 km, Rafale have landed at the Ambala Air Force Base. These fighter jets took off from Merignac airbase in the French port city of Bordeaux and covered around thousands of miles before arriving at the Ambala Air Force Base. The NDA government had inked a Rs 59,000-crore deal on September 23, 2016 to procure 36 …

Five Rafales arrive at Ambala airbase
4 years, 4 months ago

Five Rafales arrive at Ambala airbase

The Hindu  

Forty-six months after the €7.87 bn contract was signed, the first five of 36 Rafale fighter jets landed at the Ambala airbase on Wednesday afternoon and the crew were welcomed by Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal R.K.S. The first stage of the flight covered a distance of 5800 km in seven and a half hours from France to …

PM Modi Welcomes First Batch of Rafales, Rajnath Singh Says Jets Will Come as Timely Boost for IAF
4 years, 4 months ago

PM Modi Welcomes First Batch of Rafales, Rajnath Singh Says Jets Will Come as Timely Boost for IAF

News 18  

Defence minister Rajnath Singh welcome 'Golden Arrows' Rafale jets as it landed in Haryana's Ambala Air Force Station escorted by two Su-30MKIs. Here are all the latest updates on Rafale jet's landing: • The defence ministry has tweeted saying that the five Rafale jets have entered Indian airspace and are being escorted by two Su-30MKIs. • BJP's Ambala City MLA …

IAF’s ’Golden Arrows’ squadron to boast 5 Rafale aircraft as the first batch lands in Ambala today
4 years, 4 months ago

IAF’s ’Golden Arrows’ squadron to boast 5 Rafale aircraft as the first batch lands in Ambala today

Live Mint  

The first batch of the much-awaited Rafale fighter jets that took off from France on July 27 will reach India today. The first five Rafale fighter jets are expected to reach Ambala by 2 pm today. Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria would receive the batch of first five Rafale combat aircraft arriving from France. Rafale aircraft will …

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