In News: Chiefs of Indian, French Air Forces join ongoing Garuda-VII air exercise.
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.
Garuda VII
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.
The exercise, includes four Rafale fighters and one A-330 multi role tanker transport aircraft from the French side.
This joint exercise 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 promotes professional interaction, exchange of experiences and enhancement of operational knowledge, besides strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries.
