Air Force Day
Air Force Day in India is observed on October 8 every year to commerate the establishment of Indian Air force. This day is celebrated in Hindon Air Force Station, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh with an air display of most crucial and vintage aircraft. This magnificent show is is attended by IAF chief and senior officials of all the three armed forces. The Indian Air Force (IAF) is the air arm of the Indian armed forces whose primary mission is to secure Indian airspace and perform aerial activities during armed conflicts.
Air Force Day 2023
Sun , 8th Oct 2023
History of Indian Air Force Day
Our Indian Air Force is also known as ‘Bharatiya Vayu Sena’ and was established before independence on October 8, 1932, as the supporting force of the Royal Air Force by the British Empire. The first operational squadron became live during April 1933. After the active participation in World War II, Air Force in India was addressed as the Royal Indian Air Force.
Functions of The Indian Air Force
The Indian Air Force has played vital role in the wars fought by the country. Though the primary mission is to secure and guard Indian airspace, along with aerial activities during armed conflicts within nations, the Indian Air Force also provides support during natural calamities in the country. Also participate in the Help-Aid activities extended to other countries in need. So this Air Force day is celebrated to honor and recognize the selfless efforts of our jawans and the entire force.
The Air force is divided into 5 operational and 2 functional commands. Each wing or command is supervised by an Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief with the rank of Air Marshal. The purpose of an operational command is to carry out military operations using aircraft within its perimeter of responsibility, and functional command’s duty is to maintain combat readiness.
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Air Force Day festival dates between 2019 & 2029
Year | Date |
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2019 | Tuesday, 8th of October |
2020 | Thursday, 8th of October |
2021 | Friday, 8th of October |
2022 | Saturday, 8th of October |
2023 | Sunday, 8th of October |
2024 | Tuesday, 8th of October |
2025 | Wednesday, 8th of October |
2026 | Thursday, 8th of October |
2027 | Friday, 8th of October |
2028 | Sunday, 8th of October |
2029 | Monday, 8th of October |