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Garuda VII
- 29 Oct 2022
- 2 min read
Why in News?
Indian Air Force (IAF) and French Air and Space Force (FASF) are participating in 'Garuda VII' at Air Force Station Jodhpur.
- It is being hosted by India for the fourth time so far.
What is Garuda VII?
- About:
- Garuda VII is the seventh edition of the bilateral air exercise between India and France that is taking place after a gap of two years.
- The first, third and fifth editions were conducted in India in 2003, 2006 and 2014 at Air Force Stations Gwalior, Kalaikunda and Jodhpur, respectively.
- In this exercise, FASF will participate with four Rafale fighter aircraft, one A-330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft and a contingent of 220 personnel.
- The IAF is participating with Su-30 MKI, Rafale, Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas and Jaguar fighter aircraft, as well as the Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) and Mi-17 helicopters.
- Garuda VII is the seventh edition of the bilateral air exercise between India and France that is taking place after a gap of two years.
- The IAF contingent will also include Combat Enabling Assets like Flight Refueling Aircraft, Airborne Warning & Control System (AWACS) and Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C).
- Significance:
- This joint exercise will provide a platform for both the countries to enhance operational capability and interoperability, while also sharing best practices.
- Participation of the IAF and FASF in this exercise will promote professional interaction, exchange of experiences and enhancement of operational knowledge, besides strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries.
