Air force day 2021: Parade to commemorate 1971 war victory
Air force day
Air Force Day is celebrated every year on October 8. This day marks the anniversary of the establishment of the Indian Air Force (IAF) in the year 1932.The IAF is the air wing of the Indian armed forces and the fourth largest air force in the world.
The year 2021 marks 89 years since the IAF's foundation. Like every year, the celebrations will take place at the Hindon air force station in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad in the presence of the Chief of air staff and senior officials of the three armed forces.
On this occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "The Indian Air Force is synonymous with courage, diligence and professionalism."He further added, "They have distinguished themselves in defending the country and through their humanitarian spirit in times of challenges."
The Indian Air Force was established on October 8, 1932, as a supporting force of the United Kingdom's Royal Air Force.
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This year, the IAF Day parade will pay tribute to the heroes of the 1971 war, which saw India defeat Pakistan."
There will be a Vinaash formation to showcase the victory in the battle of Longewala. A total of six hunter aircraft are expected to carry out this formation. Also, the IAF will honour its only Param Vir Chakra awardee, Nirmaljit Singh Sekhon, with a Sekhon formation.
This would be done withone aircraft each, including, Rafale, Tejas, Jaguar, MiG-29 and Mirage 2000, flying over the marchpast together.Mi-17 and Chinook helicopters will perform the Meghna formation.