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IAF’s Suryakirans, Tejas Arrive in Dubai Ahead of Airshow Displays

The deployment serves as a high-visibility pitch for India’s indigenous aerospace capability.

Overview

  • The Indian Air Force confirmed the Suryakiran Aerobatic Team and Tejas fighters landed at Al Maktoum Airbase for the Dubai Airshow running November 17–21.
  • Suryakiran pilots shared cockpit footage of a formation flypast over the Dubai skyline as they prepared for their appearances.
  • IAF Wing Commander Ashish Sudhir Moghe said the contingent numbers about 180 personnel, with support staff and Sarang helicopters moved on C-17 and C-130J transports.
  • Tejas is planned for both aerial and static displays to underscore ‘Make in India’ progress and promote defence export potential.
  • Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth will lead India’s delegation, inaugurate an India Pavilion, and hold meetings with the UAE and industry participants.