The Indian Air Force has honed its air-to-air refuelling expertise over the years, becoming proficient in executing complex missions such as Ex Bright Star 23.
India News: An IL-78 tanker of the Indian Air Force refuelled Mig 29 M and Rafale fighter aircraft of the Egyptian Air Force as part of Exercise Bright Star-23, t
Indian Air Force announces that Exercise Bright Star-23 has entered the culmination phase with more complex joint missions involving all participating forces.
The Indian Air Force has announced that Exercise Bright Star-23 is entering its final phase, which will involve all participating forces in more complex joint missions. The Indian Navy has also participated in the exercise, marking the first time the country has been involved. The multinational Tri-Services military exercise, involving 34 countries, is the largest joint military exercise ever held in the Middle East and North Africa region. The exercise aims to demonstrate interoperability and enhance maritime security operations.
Indian contingent executed a 'Combat Free Fall' op from a C-295 in Ex-Bright Star, with upcoming arrival of its own C-295, it becomes a little more significant.