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IAF Officials Visit France To Review Arrival Of Second Set of Rafales
The Indian Air Force officials visited France's Saint-Dizier airbase to review the preparations ahead of the arrival of the second set of Rafale jets in the upcoming weeks. The visit aims to systematize the logistical issues and the training of a hand-picked group of pilots and technicians. Reportedly, the team is headed by assistant chief of air staff (projects). Earlier, the first set of Rafale jets arrived on July 29.
Tags: IAF, France, Rafale jets, India
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Rafale Jets Inducted to IAF; 'Strong Message to the World', Says Rajnath Singh
The Rafale Aircrafts were inducted to the Squadron 17 of the Indian Air Force (IAF) on September 10. The ceremony was witnessed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and French Minister of Armed Forces, Florence Parly. The induction included a 'Sarv Dharma Pooja', followed by an air display by Rafale, the Tejas jets, and the 'Sarang Aerobatic Team.' "The induction of Rafale is a strong message for the world and especially for those who… read-more
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French Defense Minister to Attend India's Rafale Induction Ceremony
French Defense Minister Florence Parly is expected to attend the induction ceremony of Rafale Fighter jets, at Indian Air Force's airbase in Ambala, on September 10. She is first expected to meet with the Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and then with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. This is expected to be Parly's first foreign visit since the Covid-19 outbreak. Reportedly, Parly will be flying on a special plane with very few… read-more
Tags: Rafale jets, French Defense Minister, Indian Air force, Defense Ministry
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IAF: Flying Birds Pose a Threat to Fighter Aircrafts, Especially Rafale
Air Marshal Manvendra Singh has expressed concerns over the security of the Rafale aircraft, citing "bird problems". In a letter to the Chief Secretary of Haryana, he requested the state to improve cleanliness, impose fines for littering, and prohibit bird-breeding activities around the Ambala air base. Reportedly, Ambala Municipal Corporation responded by banning breeding of birds within 10 km radius of the base.
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