Indo-French air exercise Garuda VII culminates in Jodhpur
1 min read . Updated: 12 Nov 2022, 05:12 PM IST
PremiumFrench Air and Space Force participated in the exercise with Rafale fighter aircraft and A-330 Multi Role Tanker Transport aircraft
New Delhi: The seventh edition of the bilateral air exercise between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the French Air and Space Force (FASF), ‘Exercise Garuda-VII’ concluded at Air Force Station, Jodhpur on Saturday, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement.
“The FASF participated in the exercise with Rafale fighter aircraft and A-330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft, while the IAF contingent comprised Su-30 MKI, Rafale, LCA ‘Tejas’ and Jaguar fighter aircraft," the ministry said in a statement.
This fighter element was complemented by the IAF’s Flight Refuelling Aircraft, AWACS and AEW&C, as well as Mi-17 helicopters and the newly inducted LCH ‘Prachanda’, it added.
Exercise Garuda-VII provided the two Air Forces with the opportunity for professional interaction and sharing of operational knowledge and experience.
With meticulous planning and execution of various phases of the exercise, personnel of the IAF and the FASF were exposed to realistic air combat simulations and the associated Combat Support Operations.
“This enabled the participating contingents to engage in wide ranging interactions, providing valuable insight into each other’s best practices," the ministry said.
The exercise also provided a platform for cultural exchange between the Air Force personnel of both the countries, it added.
Showcasing defence ties between both nations, IAF Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari on 8 November flew in a Rafale fighter jet, while French Air and Space Force Chief General Stephane Mille flew in an Indian Russian-origin Su-30 MKI fighter jet.
“Chiefs from both the #IAF & @Armee_de_lair took to the skies in one of the multi-aircraft missions flown during #ExerciseGaruda. The unique flight provided the perfect overview of the Exercise to both the Commanders," the Indian Air Force (IAF) said in a tweet.
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