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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia, AVSM, VM, has been appointed as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS), Indian Air Force, with effect from 01 November 2026. He is presently the Air Officer Commanding in Chief of Eastern Air Command.
An accomplished fighter pilot with over 3,200 hours flying, he has commanded a MiG-27 Squadron, TACDE and Air Force Station Bareilly. His distinguished career includes tenures as Director of Air Staff Inspection and Defence Attaché of Japan and South Korea. He was awarded the Vayu Sena Medal in 2008 and Ati Vishisht Seva Medal in 2018.
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh handed over command of the #IndianAirForce today, after 42 years of distinguished service.
On the occasion, he paid homage at the #NationalWarMemorial to the bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice in service of the Nation. This was followed by a ceremonial Guard of Honour, presented as a parting salute by the Air Warriors of the #IAF.
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) Air Chief Marshal AP Singh was given a befitting farewell by Raksha Mantri Shri @rajnathsingh October 26, 2026, ahead of the CAS’ superannuation, following his 42 years of glorious service to the nation. Raksha Mantri commended the CAS for his distinguished service, exemplary leadership and invaluable contributions to the Indian Air Force and the nation.
Shri Rajnath Singh acknowledged the key role played by the outgoing CAS in the successful execution of Operation Sindoor and in strengthening the capabilities of the Indian Air Force. He extended his best wishes to Air Chief Marshal AP Singh for his future endeavours.
On October 31, 2026, the CAS will lay a wreath at the National War Memorial to honour the bravehearts and inspect a ceremonial Guard of Honour at Air Force Station, New Delhi before superannuating from service.
C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
BHAVNAGAR, THE SKY IS ABOUT TO GET LOUDER!
The countdown is ON! Just 2 DAYS TO GO until the Suryakiran Aerobatic Team paints the skies over Bhavnagar with precision, passion and pure adrenaline!
📍 Bortalav Lake, Bhavnagar
📅 01 November 2026 | 0930 H onwards
#skat #aviation
C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), through its Centre for Aerospace Studies, commemorated Indian Air Force Day with week-long celebrations from 08 to 15 October 2026.
The celebrations concluded on 15 October in the esteemed presence of Air Marshal PV Shivanand, AVSM, VM, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, South Western Air Command, as the Chief Guest.
The programme featured insightful student paper presentations on aerospace themes, the launch of the inaugural issue of AAKASH, the Centre’s annual academic compendium, and the release of the latest issue of VAYUKSHETRA, its monthly newsletter. Students were also felicitated for their achievements excellence in the aerospace domain.
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
#SekhonIndianAirForceMarathon2026 🏃♂️
Air Force Station #Pune organised the 2nd edition of the Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon (SIM) on 04 Oct 2026, commemorating the valour and legacy of Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon, #PVC , the only Param Vir Chakra awardee of the #IndianAirForce
Over 3,500 Air Warriors, families and school children participated in the 21K, 10K and 5K runs. The event was flagged off by Air Commodore Satbir Singh Rai, Air Officer Commanding, Air Force Station Pune.
A fitting tribute to a gallant air warrior and a keen sportsman. 🇮🇳
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
Six days in. The momentum is building.
From handshakes to high-speed sorties, #ExTarangShakti26 is bringing together people, platforms and professionals from across the world.
Friendships on the ground. Aircraft in the skies. Precision in the air and on the line.
Power in Partnership.
#ExTarangShakti26 #PowerInPartnership
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
✈️ Stealth meets strength over Indian skies! 🇮🇳🇺🇸
For the first time in India, US Air Force F-35 fighter jets, train alongside Indian fighter aircraft during #TarangShakti26.
#Jodhpur
#Rajasthan
A landmark engagement bringing together cutting-edge airpower, combat experience and operational interoperability—
Strengthening the India–US defence partnership in the skies.
✈️🤝✈️
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
Fostering Partnerships Beyond the Skies
As part of #ExTarangShakti26, observers from participating countries undertook an industrial tour to Bengaluru.
The delegation visited Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Bharat Electronics Limited and National Aerospace Laboratories, gaining first-hand insights into India’s indigenous aerospace, defence and advanced technological capabilities.
The engagement offered a closer look at India’s growing defence-industrial ecosystem while providing a platform for professional exchange, mutual learning and deeper engagement with partner nations.
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
Air Marshal PV Shivanand, AOC-in-C, @SWAC_IAF, interacted with student officers of #DSTSC09 & other ongoing courses at #MILIT and delivered a talk on “Aerospace Power in South Western Theatre".
Drawing on operational experience, he shared valuable insights on Indian Air Strategy, Concept of Operations, Capabilities in Joint Operations, with lessons from #OpSindoor and contemporary conflicts.
The interaction reinforced the significance of integrating aerospace power with joint capabilities and dynamic decision-making to retain operational agility and achieve decisive effects in the evolving battlespace.
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
#TarangShakti26 is officially underway.
Air Marshal PV Shivanand, AOC-in-C SWAC, formally inaugurated the exercise and presented the official Exercise Patches to Contingent Commanders.
The ceremony wrapped up with a rich display of Rajasthani culture—setting the stage for global cooperation, brotherhood, and tactical excellence in the skies.
Clear skies, united wings—let the exercise begin.
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
#TarangShakti26 continues to strengthen international air cooperation.
At Jodhpur, Mr Sergio Gor, Ambassador of the United States to India, witnessed the jointness, interoperability and camaraderie among participating air forces, while Lt Gen Dominique Tardif, Vice Chief of the French Air and Space Force, engaged with Exercise Director Air Vice Marshal Raj Thakur, reaffirming the strong bonds and growing cooperation between the #IAF and the French Air and Space Force.
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
A warm welcome to our friends from across the skies as they touch down at Jodhpur
Welcome to India. Welcome to Tarang Shakti.
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
#ExTarangShakti26
Two Days to Go
The skies are set. The countdown continues.
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
#ExVeerGuardian26
From the Spitfires of No. 4 Squadron flying over Japan in 1946 to IAF and JASDF aircraft flying together over Jodhpur in 2026 — a journey from shared history to shared skies.
The two Chiefs visited the museum, reflecting on this enduring legacy of goodwill, mutual respect and friendship.
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
#TarangShakti26
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Vice Chief of the Air Staff, addressed a Press Conference today to brief the media on Exercise #TarangShakti26.
The VCAS apprised the gathering on the conduct of the exercise, participation by Friendly Foreign Air Forces, the operational canvas and major events planned during the Exercise.
The interaction provided an overview of the scale and objectives of this multinational air exercise hosted by the Indian Air Force.
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
✈️ WINGS IN THE SKY. FIRE IN YOUR FEET. 🇮🇳
This #October , #Jodhpur runs for the Heroes! 🏃♂️
Honour the valour of our #warheroes , challenge your limits and carry the spirit of the Indian Air Force as you take on the
#IAFSekhonMarathon2026
🔥 Run with Courage.
Run with Pride.
Run for the Nation!
📅 04 Oct 2026
📍 Barkatullah Khan Stadium, Jodhpur
🏃 5K | 10K | 21K
🚩 Your mission awaits.
📲 Scan the QR.
Register Now.
Lace up and take a flight!
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
#IAFSekhonMarathon2026
✈️ आसमान में उड़ान। कदमों में जुनून। दिल में हिंदुस्तान! 🇮🇳
इस अक्टूबर, जोधपुर दौड़ेगा अपने वीरों के सम्मान में! 🏃♂️
हमारे युद्धवीरों के शौर्य को नमन करते हुए, अपनी सीमाओं को चुनौती दें और भारतीय वायुसेना के अदम्य जज़्बे के साथ जुड़ें IAF Sekhon Marathon में।
🔥 हौसले के साथ दौड़ें।
गर्व के साथ दौड़ें।
राष्ट्र के लिए दौड़ें!
📅 04 अक्टूबर 2026
📍 बरकतुल्लाह खान स्टेडियम, जोधपुर
🏃 5K | 10K | 21K
🚩 आपका मिशन आपका इंतज़ार कर रहा है!
📲 QR स्कैन करें। अभी पंजीकरण करें।
तो आइए......
वीरों के सम्मान में दौड़ें।
राष्ट्र के अभिमान में दौड़ें। 🇮🇳
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
Exercise Tarang Shakti is back.
Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026 returns as India’s premier multinational air exercise, bringing global Air Forces together for high-octane joint tactical maneuvers.
Stay tuned as elite aviators take to the skies!
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C PRO South Western Air Command retweeted
#ExVeerGuardian26
As part of Exercise Veer Guardian 26, General Takehiro Morita, Chief of Staff, Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) and Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, Chief of the Air Staff, visited Air Force Station Jodhpur and flew the indigenous #Tejas fighter aircraft.
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh led the formation flying the Tejas LCA as Eagle One with the CoS JASDF flying in the twin seater version.
The sortie underscored the growing operational synergy, interoperability and professional camaraderie between the #IAF and #JASDF, while showcasing India’s indigenous aerospace capability.
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