INDIAN AIR FORCE

The Indian Air Force (IAF) stands as a formidable aerial defense force, serving as the air arm of the Indian Armed Forces. Renowned for its exceptional prowess and unwavering dedication, the IAF embodies courage, excellence, and innovation. With a rich heritage from 1932, it has evolved into a technologically advanced and globally respected air force. The IAF operates a wide array of aircraft, ranging from state-of-the-art fighter jets like the Sukhoi Su-30MKI and Rafale, to versatile transport planes like the C-130J Super Hercules. Its skilled pilots and dedicated personnel continually push the boundaries of aviation, ensuring the country's sovereignty and safeguarding its skies. Beyond national defense, the IAF plays a pivotal role in humanitarian missions, disaster relief, and peacekeeping efforts. This esteemed force represents India's commitment to maintaining regional stability, showcasing remarkable professionalism and valor while instilling a sense of pride and security among its citizens. The IAF's legacy is not just about military might; it's a testament to India's unwavering resolve and the spirit of its brave men and women in the skies.

Details

ESTABLISHMENT	8 October, 1932
HEADQUARTERS	Integrated Defence Headquarters, Ministry of Defence, New Delhi
ROLE	Aerial Warfare
MOTTO	Nabha Sprsam Diptam (Translated 'Glory that touches the sky')
WEBSITE	https://indianairforce.nic.in
ANNIVERSARY	October 8

Key People

President Droupadi Murmu

Commander-in-Chief

Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari

Chief of the Air Staff (CAS)

Air Marshal Sandeep Singh

Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS)

Fleet Size

Pilots

Employees

170,576

AIRCRAFT FLEET

TYPE	MODEL	NUMBER
COMBAT AIRCRAFT	SEPECAT Jaguar MiG 21 MiG 29 Dassault Mirage 2000 Dassault Rafale HAL Tejas Sukhoi Su-30	130 128 65 45 23 19 248
AWACS	Embraer E145 Ilyushin IL76 (Beriev A-50)	2 3
RECONNAISSANCE	Boeing B707-300 Boeing B737-200 Gulfstream G100 Bombardier Global 5000	1 2 2 2
ELECTRONIC WARFARE	Gulfstream 3	3
TANKER	Ilyushin IL78	6
TRANSPORT	Antonov An32 Boeing C17 Lockheed Martin C-130J Dornier D0228 Hawker Siddeley HS 748 Ilyushin IL76	103 11 12 53 57 17
HELICOPTERS	Boeing AH-64 Boeing CH-47 HAL Dhruv Mil Mi 17 Mil Mi 24 Aérospatiale SA315 (HAL Cheetah) Aérospatiale SA316 (HAL Chetak)	22 15 107 223 15 17 77
TRAINER AIRCRAFT	BAE Hawk 132 SEPECAT Jaguar HAL Kiran MiG 29 Dassault Mirage 2000 Pilatus PC7	102 30 78 10 12 75

Fleet Detail

REGISTERATION	VARIANT	DATE OF INDUCTION	STATUS
LA5014	Tejas LCA Mk1	Oct 2020	Active
LA5013	Tejas LCA Mk1	Oct 2020	Active
LA5012	Tejas LCA Mk1	Dec 2018	Active
LA5011	Tejas LCA Mk1	Feb 2019	Active
LA5010	Tejas LCA Mk1	Feb 2019	Active
LA5009	Tejas LCA Mk1	Oct 2018	Active
LA5008	Tejas LCA Mk1	Feb 2019	Active
LA5007	Tejas LCA Mk1	Jan 2018	Active
LA5006	Tejas LCA Mk1	Feb 2019	Active
LA5005	Tejas LCA Mk1	Mar 2017	Active
LA5004	Tejas LCA Mk1	Oct 2017	Active
LA5003	Tejas LCA Mk1	Oct 2017	Active
LA5002	Tejas LCA Mk1	Jul 2016	Active
LA5001	Tejas LCA Mk1	Jul 2016	Active
KH2017	Tejas LCA	Mar 2012	Active
KH2015	Tejas LCA	Jul 2008	Active
KH2014	Tejas LCA	Jul 2008	Active
KH2012	Tejas LCA	Dec 2008	Active
KH2011	Tejas LCA	Feb 2009	Active
KJ3454	Il-78MKI	Apr 2021	Active
KJ3453	Il-78MKI	Sept 2019	Active
KJ3452	Il-78MKI	Jun 2019	Active
KJ3451	Il-78MKI	Jun 2019	Active
KJ3450	Il-78MKI	Sept 2020	Active
KJ3449	Il-78MKI	Apr 2021	Active
CB8011	C-17A	Aug 2019	Active
CB8010	C-17A	Sept 2014	Active
CB8009	C-17A	Jul 2014	Active
CB8008	C-17A	Oct 2014	Active
CB8007	C-17A	Dec 2014	Active
CB8006	C-17A	Nov 2014	Active
CB8005	C-17A	Nov 2013	Active
CB8004	C-17A	Oct 2013	Active
CB8003	C-17A	Aug 2013	Active
CB8002	C-17A	Jul 2013	Active
CB8001	C-17A	Jun 2013	Active
KC3813	C-130J-30	Dec 2019	Active
KC3812	C-130J-30	Aug 2017	Active
KC3811	C-130J-30	Aug 2017	Active
KC3810	C-130J-30	Jun 2017	Active
KC3809	C-130J-30	Aug 2017	Active
KC3808	C-130J-30	Jul 2017	Active
KC3807	C-130J-30	Jul 2017	Active
KC3806	C-130J-30	Sept 2011	Active
KC3805	C-130J-30	Jun 2011	Active
KC3804	C-130J-30	Jun 2011	Active
KC3802	C-130J-30	Jan 2011	Active
KC3801	C-130J-30	Dec 2011	Active
KI3014	Il-76MD	Dec 2019	Active
KI3013	Il-76MD	Mar 2019	Active
KI3012	Il-76MD	Dec 2019	Active
KI2878	Il-76MD	May 2018	Active
KI2666	Il-76MD	Oct 2018	Active
KI2664	Il-76MD	Jul 2017	Active
KI2662	Il-76MD	Aug 2018	Active
K3078	Il-76MD	Oct 1989	Active
K3077	Il-76MD	Aug 1989	Active
K3000	Il-76MD	Dec 1998	Active
K2999	Il-76MD	Sept 2021	Active
K2902	Il-76MD	Jun 1989	Active
K2901	Il-76MD	Jun 2004	Active
K2879	Il-76MD	Sept 1987	Active
K2665	Il-76MD	Feb 1990	Active
K2663	Il-76MD	Jun 1986	Active
K2661	Il-76MD	Dec 1998	Active
ZV4822	AH-64E	Mar 2020	Active
ZV4812	AH-64E	Mar 2020	Active
ZV4820	AH-64E	Mar 2020	Active
ZV4819	AH-64E	Mar 2020	Active
ZV4818	AH-64E	Jan 2022	Active
ZV4817	AH-64E	Dec 2019	Active
ZV4816	AH-64E	Dec 2019	Active
ZV4815	AH-64E	Dec 2019	Active
ZV4814	AH-64E	Dec 2019	Active
ZV4813	AH-64E	Dec 2019	Active
ZV4812	AH-64E	Spet 2019	Active
ZV4811	AH-64E	Sept 2019	Active
ZV4810	AH-64E	Sept 2019	Active
ZV4809	AH-64E	Sept 2019	Active
ZV4808	AH-64E	Sept 2019	Active
ZV4807	AH-64E	Sept 2019	Active
ZV4806	AH-64E	Sept 2019	Active
ZV4805	AH-64E	Sept 2019	Active
ZV4804	AH-64E	Sept 2019	Active
ZV4803	AH-64E	Sept 2019	Active
ZV4802	AH-64E	Sept 2019	Active
ZV4801	AH-64E	Sept 2019	Active
ZL4680	CH-47F	Oct 2020	Active
ZL4679	CH-47F	May 2022	Active
ZL4678	CH-47F	Oct 2021	Active
ZL4677	CH-47F	Aug 2021	Active
ZL4676	CH-47F	Aug 2021	Active
ZL4675	CH-47F	Feb 2021	Active
ZL4674	CH-47F	Feb 2021	Active
ZL4673	CH-47F	Nov 2019	Active
ZL4672	CH-47F	Feb 2019	Active
ZL4671	CH-47F	Feb 2019	Active
ZL4670	CH-47F	Feb 2019	Active
ZL4669	CH-47F	Feb 2019	Active
ZL4668	CH-47F	Feb 2019	Active
ZL4667	CH-47F	Nov 2019	Active
ZL46666	CH-47F	Feb 2021	Active