National Current Affairs
93rd Air Force Day
- 09 Oct 2025
- 2 min read
Why in News?
The Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh conveyed his greetings to the nation on the 93rd Air Force Day, honouring the brave air warriors who have protected the nation's skies with sacrifice, dedication, and professionalism.
Key Points
- About: Celebrated annually on 8th October to honour the establishment of the Indian Air Force (IAF) on 8th October 1932.
- Early Years: The IAF's first operational flight took place on 1st April 1933, beginning a vision of air power that has shaped India’s defence over the decades.
- From a small force with limited personnel and aircraft, the IAF has grown to become the world’s fourth-largest air force, involved in various military and humanitarian missions.
- Motto: The motto of IAF is Touch the sky with Glory (Nabhah Sparsam Diptam), which has been taken from the eleventh chapter of the Bhagavad Gita.
- Theme: The 2025 theme is centred on the force's contribution to Operation Sindoor.
- 2025 Celebrations: This year's celebrations featured a farewell to the iconic MiG-21, a grand flypast with Rafale, Su-30MKI, C-17 Globemaster, Apache Guardian, and others, along with parades, air shows, and exhibitions showcasing the IAF's technological advancements and operational readiness.
- The parade took place at Hindon Air Base, Uttar Pradesh, showcasing technological advancements and operational readiness.
- The restored Hindustan Trainer-2 (HT-2) aircraft, the first indigenously built IAF aircraft, was also displayed for the first time as part of the Heritage Flight.
- The traditional flypast and aerial display are scheduled to be held in Guwahati on 9th November, marking the culmination of this year’s Air Force Day celebrations.
