Inventory of Indian Air Force
Indian Air Force (IAF) was officially established on 8 October 1932. Its first flight came into being on 1 April 1933. Since then, the IAF has significantly expanded its fleet and is today one of the strongest air forces globally. It plays a crucial role in securing Indian airspace and conducting aerial warfare during conflicts.
- The Primary objective of IAF is to defend the nation and its airspace against Air threats in coordination with Army and Navy.
- The secondary purpose is to assist civil power during natural calamities and internal disturbances.
- The IAF provides close air support to the Indian Army troops in the battlefield and also provides strategic and tactical airlift capabilities.
- The IAF also operates the Integrated Space Cell together with the other two branches of the Indian Armed Forces, the Department of Space and the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO).
- Evacuation of Indian nationals from foreign countries in case of instability or other problems.
