{"id":62181,"date":"2022-01-30T15:07:43","date_gmt":"2022-01-30T09:37:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/?p=62181"},"modified":"2024-10-04T13:02:12","modified_gmt":"2024-10-04T07:32:12","slug":"air-force-day-8-october-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Air Force Day &#8211; 8 October 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;\"><svg style=\"fill: 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href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#Air_Force_Day_2024\" title=\"Air Force Day 2024\">Air Force Day 2024<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#A_Brief_History_of_Indian_Air_Force\" title=\"A Brief History of Indian Air Force \n\">A Brief History of Indian Air Force \n<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#When_is_Air_Force_Day_Celebrated\" title=\"When is Air Force Day Celebrated\">When is Air Force Day Celebrated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#How_is_Air_Force_Day_Celebrated\" title=\"How is Air Force Day Celebrated?\">How is Air Force Day Celebrated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#Air_Force_Day_Celebrations_in_2017\" title=\"Air Force Day Celebrations in 2017\">Air Force Day Celebrations in 2017<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#Air_Force_Day_Celebrations_in_2018\" title=\"Air Force Day Celebrations in 2018\">Air Force Day Celebrations in 2018<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#About_Indian_Air_Force\" title=\"About Indian Air Force\">About Indian Air Force<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#Indian_Air_Force_Day_2024_FAQs\" title=\"Indian Air Force Day 2024 FAQs\">Indian Air Force Day 2024 FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#What_is_the_theme_of_Air_Force_Day_2024\" title=\"What is the theme of Air Force Day 2024?\">What is the theme of Air Force Day 2024?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#Where_will_Indias_first_Air_Force_Heritage_Centre_be_set_up\" title=\"Where will India&#039;s first Air Force Heritage Centre be set up?\">Where will India&#039;s first Air Force Heritage Centre be set up?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#What_is_the_anniversary_of_the_Indian_Air_Force\" title=\"What is the anniversary of the Indian Air Force?\">What is the anniversary of the Indian Air Force?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#Why_is_Air_Force_Day\" title=\"Why is Air Force Day?\">Why is Air Force Day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#What_is_the_theme_of_Indian_Air_Force_Day_2024\" title=\"What is the theme of Indian Air Force Day 2024?\">What is the theme of Indian Air Force Day 2024?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#What_is_the_order_of_ranks_in_the_Air_Force\" title=\"What is the order of ranks in the Air Force?\">What is the order of ranks in the Air Force?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#Who_is_the_lowest_rank_in_Air_Force_officer\" title=\"Who is the lowest rank in Air Force officer?\">Who is the lowest rank in Air Force officer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/events\/air-force-day\/#What_is_a_3_star_in_the_Air_Force\" title=\"What is a 3 star in the Air Force?\">What is a 3 star in the Air Force?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>The 87<sup>th<\/sup> Indian Air Force Day was celebrated on Tuesday, 8<sup>th<\/sup> October 2024. The preparations had already begun at the air force stations across the country since a couple of months. It was celebrated in festive mood with huge display of arms and aircraft capacity of the Indian Air Force.<\/p>\n<p>The sky around the air field was abuzz with the sounds of helicopters like Tejas, Sarang and fighter planes, which took part in the air show. Newly inducted Apache and Chinook helicopters were also on display this Air Force Day.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-735362\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Indian-Air-Force-Day-2024-2-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Air Force Day 2024\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Indian-Air-Force-Day-2024-2-copy.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Indian-Air-Force-Day-2024-2-copy-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Indian-Air-Force-Day-2024-2-copy-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Indian-Air-Force-Day-2024-2-copy-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Indian-Air-Force-Day-2024-2-copy-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Indian-Air-Force-Day-2024-2-copy-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Indian-Air-Force-Day-2024-2-copy-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Air_Force_Day_2024\"><\/span>Air Force Day 2024<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Defence Minister of India, Sri Rajnath Singh, was in France to receive the first Rafale aircraft, out of the 36 those are ordered.The celebration at Hindon Air Force Station, Ghaziabad began with the Akash Ganga sky diving team dropping out of an AN 32 aircraft. The events were witnessed by star batsman Sachin Tendulkar and the chiefs of all three Defence Forces of India.<\/p>\n<p>A flypast was conducted by the vintage as well as modern aircrafts of the Air Force. Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman flew MIG Bison aircraft at the Hindon Air Force Station, Ghaziabad. Air Chief Marshal, R.K.S. Bhadauria thanked the nation for the trust and support and vowed by the Air Force\u2019s resolve to protect the interest of the nation at all costs.<\/p>\n<p>The No 9 squadron of the Indian Air Force which had carried out the Balakot strike was awarded for the dexterity and preciseness with which it carried out the strike. Air Force has also released the promotional video featuring the Balakot airstrike.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Brief_History_of_Indian_Air_Force\"><\/span>A Brief History of Indian Air Force<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Indian Air Force was officially established on 8 October 1932 by the British Empire. It held the status of auxiliary force of the British Empire that aided the army fighting on the land. India\u2019s aviation service was awarded the name \u2018Royal\u2019 during the efforts made by them at the time of World War II.<\/p>\n<p>The name Royal Indian Air Force was kept even after India gained its Independence back from the United Kingdom. As our government got our own constitution and became a Republic in 1950, the prefix Royal was removed after three years. The adoption of the Royal Air Force uniforms, badges, brevets and insignia took place on the same day of its establishment in 1932.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_Air_Force_Day_Celebrated\"><\/span>When is Air Force Day Celebrated<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Indian Air Force Day is celebrated on the day of inception of this force in India to aid the Army that was fighting on the land. That is on 8th October every year. It is attended by the Chiefs of all the three defence services namely Indian Air Force, Army and Navy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Air Force in the Present Day<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Today the President of India holds the rank of Supreme Commander of the IAF. The Chief of Air Staff, an air chief marshal, is a four-star officer and is responsible for the operational command of the Air Force. The IAF\u2019s mission is defined by the Armed Forces Act of 1947, the, and the Air Force Act of 1950. The IAF provides close air support to the Indian Army troops on the battlefield as well as strategic and tactical airlift capabilities. They always remain available at the time the nation needs them at the time of natural calamity or any man made crisis.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_Air_Force_Day_Celebrated\"><\/span>How is Air Force Day Celebrated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The celebrations begin with the parade by the Air Force cadets. Thereafter the following activities take place sequentially. It is a set of ritualistic schedule strictly followed with complete decorum maintained at high level by each one of the Defence Personnel and the civilian personnel of the three wings of the Defence Forces present for the occasion.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Parade on Air Force Day<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Air chief Marshal inspects the parade. The bugle is heralded and the parade is marched in. The Air Force Parade marks the beginning of the celebration. The parade is accompanied by a band that plays throughout the event. Once the parade begins, as per the custom all attendees rise in its honor and all uniformed air personnel stand in the audience and salute the parade.<\/p>\n<p>The \u2018Nishan Toli\u2019 is carried by a lieutenant in the middle of the ground. The Nishan Toli is a flag which symbolizes the bravery, valor and commitment to mission, integrity and excellence of the Indian Air Force. Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of the country, presented it to the then lieutenant on April 1, 1954. Since, then this flag is most proudly held as a symbol of high honour and is hoisted on important occasions.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Oath Taking Ceremony<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Commander in Chief administers the oath of allegiance to all the Air Personnel as well as the Civilians present on the occasion to dedicate their lives to the larger cause, that is \u2013 Our Nation. The wreath laying and the oath taking ceremony are usually the highlights of the celebrations. All the activities that form the part of traditionally conducted celebrations are performed with complete and strict formal schedule. This event marks the close of a week-long celebration organized on the Air Force day.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Rifle Drill<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>After the parade there is a Rifle Drill with Musical Band performing on the best of its tunes.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Skydiving<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Skydiving takes place by two teams of the Indian Air Force. These are the Akash Ganga Team and the Suryakiran Aerobatics Team called SKAT in short.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Air Show<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Air show, for which the audience excitedly looks forward to, begins. The various jewels of the Air Force Fleet like the C-17 Globemaster III, Dolphin Leap by SARANG Helicopters aerobatic team, SuryaKiran Team displaying their Air flying talent using their HAWK Trainer jet planes &amp; SU-30 MKI are on the very best of their displays. The contingent of each display usually includes four squadrons of two flights each and is commanded by a Wing Commander.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Exhibition of fighter planes and other equipment<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A gallery display of fighter planes and other accompanying equipment used in the wars is put up for the spectators so they can have a closer look at them and enjoy being a part of the Air Force and feel proud of the brave hearts and the ease with which they learn to fly and use each one of them. The aircraft and helicopters used for important missions like Operation Rahat and Operation Meghdoot are put up for the display at the exhibition. Along with these, the new aircrafts ready to launch for various missions are put up too. There are Air Force Personnel present around each of the flying machines to explain the features and its purpose.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Air_Force_Day_Celebrations_in_2017\"><\/span>Air Force Day Celebrations in 2017<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The celebrations began with a very elegantly looking troop parading the grounds of Air Base Hindon, near Delhi. The Adventure loaded Air Show and other very interesting events took place here.<\/p>\n<p>As usual after the Parade inspected by the Air Chief Marshal and the Guard of Honour presented to him, there was a Musical Band presentation by the Air Force Band, the best performers in India. Thereafter the Akash Ganga Team members displayed the Chakra Formation Flypast during Parade by 3 Mi-35 Helicopters. It was a breathtaking sight and each one present there was awestruck.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, Air show began a show that the spectators were waiting excitedly for so long. The various machines of the Air Force Fleet like the C-17 Globemaster III &amp; SU-30 MKI were on the display.<\/p>\n<p>Embraer ERJ with Drdo developed AEWACS radar system was proudly displayed. This was followed by the power packed performance by SU-30 Planes. The formations made in the sky by all of the pilots were amazing and brought tears to the eyes of all present there. It is a source of adrenaline rush and a matter of pride to be part of such a great national team. Then there was the \u2018Dolphin Leap\u2019 by Sarang Helicopters aerobatic team.<\/p>\n<p>This was followed by the SuryaKiran Team displaying their Air flying talent using their HAWK Trainer jet planes. Next to follow were the Fighter Planes with the sudden heart throbbing entry in the sky. Their rapid ascending and descending capabilities made the hearts of all the spectators miss a beat.<\/p>\n<p>Finally it was time to welcome the first indigenous fifth Generation Fighter plane of India- LCA Tejas. Kudos to DRDO and Kudos to IAF for building this pride of Nation called Tejas. It shows great technical abilities of our engineering team and their creative abilities put at their best to develop technology and not depend on mere foreign countries for buying the jet fighters and other planes.<\/p>\n<p>This is the beginning of a new era. Last but not the least there were Air planes on the display and the spectators were allowed to enter the parade ground where many Demo planes including Tejas were present too. The people were not having enough of the selfies with all the big and small machines and enjoying being a part of the otherwise unachievable access to any of these mean machines.<\/p>\n<table class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" colspan=\"2\"><strong>List of Quotes<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/quotes\/women-empowerment-quotes\/\"><strong>Women Empowerment Quotes \u2013 Quotations by famous people<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/quotes\/lal-bahadur-shastri-quotes\/\"><strong>Quotes of Lal Bahadur Shastri \u2013 Famous Quotations by Lal Bahadur Shastri<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/quotes\/education-quotes\/\"><strong>Quotes on Education \u2013 Education Quotations by famous personalities<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/quotes\/independence-day-quotes\/\">Independence Day Quotes<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/quotes\/mothers-day-quotes\/\"><strong>Mother\u2019s Day Quotes<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/quotes\/swami-vivekananda-quotes\/\"><strong>Swami Vivekananda Quotes<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/quotes\/republic-day-quotes\/\"><strong>Republic Day Quotes<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/english\/quotes\/global-warming-quotes\/\"><strong>Global Warming Quotes<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/quotes\/swachh-bharat-abhiyan-quotes\/\"><strong>Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Slogan and Quotes<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/quotes\/mahatma-gandhi-quotes\/\"><strong>Quotes of Mahatma Gandhi<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/quotes\/inspirational-quotes-for-students\/\"><strong>Inspirational Quotes for students<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/20-motivational-quotes-in-english\/\"><strong>20 Motivational Quotes in English<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/quotes\/love-myself-quotes\/\"><strong>Love Myself Quotes<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/quotes\/friendship-quotes\/\"><strong>Friendship Quotes<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/quotes\/good-morning-quotes\/\"><strong>Good Morning Quotes<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/english\/quotes\/global-warming-quotes\/\"><strong>Global Warming Quotes<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/english\/quotes\/health-is-wealth-quotes\/\"><strong>Health is Wealth Quotes<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/study-materials\/english\/valentines\/valentines-day-quotes\/\"><strong>Valentine Day Quotes<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Air_Force_Day_Celebrations_in_2018\"><\/span>Air Force Day Celebrations in 2018<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In 2018, the Central Air Command will celebrate the 86th anniversary of Indian Air Force with same zeal and pride at various Air Stations all over the country on the 8th of October. On the same day, all Air Force stations in various states will conduct their parades at their respective Air bases. The military parade will be conducted as per the same schedule and the protocol that is followed each year. A list of a couple of stations how they celebrated the Air Force Day in previous years is given below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Air Force Day Celebrations in Allahabad<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In the event that was conducted in 2013 in Allahabad, the Air Officer Commander-in-Chief made a special mention of  the \u2018Operation Rahat\u2019 and the helicopters of Central Air Command that were deployed to rescue and save the lives of many flood-stricken villages in Uttrakhand. They were commended for being able to do so undeterred by harsh weather conditions, difficult terrain and almost non-existent landing space. The families of air warriors were thanked and appreciated for their unconditional support at all the times. On this occasion, messages of thankfulness and appreciation by their Supreme Commander, the President and those of the Prime Minister, Vice President, Defense Minister and Chief of Air Staff were read out.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Air Force Celebrations in Coimbatore<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A year before the last in Coimbatore, at the Sulur Air Station, there was an Air display by the officers of Sanrang. To display to the spectators how the rescue and relief operations are undertaken by the Indian Air Force in times of natural and man-made calamities, the Air Force personnel performed the actual activity that goes on at the time of crisis. This event served as the opening act of the day.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Indian_Air_Force\"><\/span>About Indian Air Force<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Indian Air Force is known as Bharatiya Vayu Sena in Hindi. This wing of the army provides air fighting and security of aerial spaces belonging to India. Indian Air force boasts of the best air personnel and the fleet of fighter planes. In fact it ranks fourth amongst the air forces of the world. Its primary motive is to vigilantly patrol the Indian airspace and to conduct aerial warfare when the situation arises.<\/p>\n<p>The Air Force Day was officially started celebrating at 8<sup>th<\/sup> of October in the year 1932 as an auxiliary air force of Indian Empire. The Indian Air Force, air arm of the Indian armed forces, has its prime responsibility of securing the Indian airspace as well as to carry out the aerial warfare during any clash.<\/p>\n<p>The India Air Force has been engaged in the four wars with the Pakistan and one with People\u2019s Republic of China after its independence. The operations carried out by it are Operation Meghdoot, Operation Vijay \u2013 the invasion of Goa, Operation Cactus and Operation Poomalai. It has also been involved in the United Nations peacekeeping missions. The President of the country serves to the India Air Force as a Commander-in-Chief.<\/p>\n<p>The Indian Air Force has the strength of about 170,000 personnel and more than 1,400 aircraft and considered as one of the leading air forces of world. It has the responsibility to safeguard the Indian Territory from all risks, provide help during natural calamities to the affected areas.<\/p>\n<p>It was started celebrating in order to increase the awareness about the importance of Indian air force in any organization of the national security by both officially and publicly. The Indian Air Force has involved in the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>World War II<\/li>\n<li>Sino-Indian War<\/li>\n<li>Operation Cactus<\/li>\n<li>Operation Vijay<\/li>\n<li>Kargil War<\/li>\n<li>Indo-Pakistani War of 1965<\/li>\n<li>Indo-Pakistani War of 1947<\/li>\n<li>Congo Crisis<\/li>\n<li>Operation Poomalai<\/li>\n<li>Operation Pawan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_Air_Force_Day_2024_FAQs\"><\/span>Indian Air Force Day 2024 FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_theme_of_Air_Force_Day_2024\"><\/span>What is the theme of Air Force Day 2024?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe theme for Air Force Day 2024 will focus on honoring the sacrifices and contributions of the Indian Air 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