IAF chief in Spain to take delivery of India's first tactical airlift plane on Wednesday
Monday, 11 September 2023 The formal induction ceremony of the twin-turboprop C-295 transport aircraft, which can carry up to nine-tonne of payload or 71 soldiers with a "short take-off and land" capability from semi-prepared surfaces in hilly terrain, will take place at the Hindon air-base on September 25. Induction of the C-295s, which will gradually replace the old Avro-748 fleet, in the 2023-31 timeframe will boost the IAF's tactical airlift capability along the border with China.
Yesterday, the Indian Air Force received its first C295 transport aircraft with the officials of the Airbus Defence and Space handing over the plane to Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari in Spain. The new aircraft, which will be flown to India by a joint IAF-Airbus crew, will be...
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An Indian Air Force C-130J aircraft has landed in Delhi, carrying the mortal remains of 45 Indian victims who perished in the tragic fire incident in Kuwait's Mangaf. The devastating blaze claimed the lives of at least 49 migrant workers, including 45 Indians and three Filipinos. The remains of the Indian victims are being returned to their grieving families, including those from various northern states. The arrival of the bodies marks a somber moment as families prepare to lay their loved ones to rest. Authorities have ensured that all necessary arrangements, including ambulances on standby, are in place to support the affected families during this difficult time.
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In a heart-wrenching incident, at least 45 Indians were among the 49 people killed when a devastating fire swept through a labour housing facility in Kuwait’s Mangaf area early Wednesday. The tragedy has cast a spotlight on the appalling living conditions faced by migrant workers in the Gulf region. An Indian Air Force aircraft brought the mortal remains of the victims back to India, with 24 of the deceased being from Kerala. The arrival of the remains at Kochi Airport was met by grieving families who are struggling to come to terms with their loss.
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The first C-295 medium tactical transport aircraft was inducted into the Indian Air Force (IAF) at the Hindon Air Base on Monday. The induction took place in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath..
The formal induction ceremony of the twin-turboprop C-295 transport aircraft, which can carry up to nine-tonne of payload or 71 soldiers with a "short take-off... IndiaTimes Also reported by •newKerala.com
India is ready to receive its first-ever Airbus C295 aircraft from Spain, which is one of the 16 airframes that the manufacturer will supply to the country. Zee News
Monday, 11 September 2023
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