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WINGS OF COMPASSION

From evacuations to emergencies, the Indian Air Force has a remarkable legacy of Disaster Relief Operations and Global Humanitarian Missions

RESHAPING AERIAL COMBAT

Adoption of Latest Technologies is Transforming the Indian Air Force into a Modern, 21st Century Air Power

THREAT ASSESSMENT AND MODERNISATION CHALLENGES

IAF needs to secure the skies through Air Power parity amidst rising Regional Challenges

ADDRESS BY CAS ON 91st ANNIVERSARY OF IAF

Complete Address by Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari on October 8, 2023, celebrating the Indian Air Force Day

AIRPOWER BEYOND BOUNDARIES

IAF hosted its annual Air Force Day parade in Prayagraj this year, marking 91 years of the IAF \"touching the sky with glory\"

QUEST FOR GLOBAL OUTREACH

On the occasion of the 91st IAF Day, Jayant Baranwal, Editor-in-Chief, SP's Aviation spoke extensively to Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari, Chief of the Air Staff, on a range of subjects concerning the Indian Air Force

INVEST IN RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

For strategic independence, India needs to foster a robust domestic Aerospace and Defence manufacturing ecosystem through investment in Research & Development

CELEBRATING INDIA'S INDEPENDENCE.STRENGTHENING 'ATMANIRBHAR BHARAT'.

Forging stronger bonds and empowering self-reliance in Indian defence, Embraer goes on a collaborative journey for future-ready partnerships through innovative defence solutions

ISRAEL - A KEY STRATEGIC PARTNER OF INDIA

The two countries share a number of common challenges, including terrorism, and cooperate closely on security matters. Israel is a major supplier of weapons, ammunition and battlefield technology to India and the two countries are working together to develop new technologies.

PRIVATE INDUSTRY TAKING AVIATION BY STORM

The airline industry has again proved that whenever private enterprise is unleashed in any sector it takes that sector by storm. Defence and aerospace manufacturing could well replicate this feat within the next 20 years.

INDIA'S CENTURY UNLOCKING THE POTENTIAL OF INDIAN AVIATION

Witness the renaissance of India’s aviation industry as it takes flight towards a Century of Prosperity unlocking extraordinary opportunities in India’s aviation sector

AVIATION SECTOR IN NATION BUILDING OVER THE LAST 76 YEARS

India's aviation sector has played a pivotal role in nation building by facilitating rapid connectivity across diverse regions, promoting economic growth through trade and tourism, and enhancing national security through efficient air transportation and defence capabilities

76 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE IAF'S GREAT PAST BUT CHALLENGING FUTURE

Charged with the significant task of safeguarding India's airspace, IAF has consistently served the nation with distinction since its inception. As the threat landscape and modern technologies continue to advance, the force remains committed to evolve and modernise itself

IAI'S GAME-CHANGING COMMUNICATION SATELLITES: REVOLUTIONISING GLOBAL CONNECTIVITY

Unmatched Performance and Security: How IAI's Compact Communication Satellites are Reshaping Global Connectivity

UNLOCKING THE FINAL FRONTIER

Collaboration, self-reliance, ambition, and successful strides have been constant pillars of India’s space programme

JOHN HEDLEY (1887-1977)

Lieutenant Makepeace suddenly put the Bristol fighter into an abrupt nosedive. Taken by surprise, Captain Hedley was thrown out of the aircraft due to the negative G effect and began a free fall

A SPECTACLE OF GROWTH

With an estimated $150 billion worth of contracts signed, the Paris Air Show’s return underlined the show’s significance as a catalyst for economic growth and industry development

QUALITY TRAINING IS PARAMOUNT

Airlines must invest in quality training of their commercial pilots as it plays a vital role in charting a course of safety, excellence and success for the carrier

ADVANCEMENTS IN PROPULSION TECHNOLOGIES

Unveiling the Future of Flight with innovations in Commercial Aircraft Propulsion on showcase at Paris Air Show 2023

SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUEL: A SPECIAL REPORT

Both Airbus and Boeing are in the process of developing aircraft technologically compatible with 100 per cent SAF. Numerous demonstration flights have been conducted to show that burning “neat” SAF is possible without compromising safety

ELEVATING TRAINING TO NEW HEIGHTS

FlightSafety International’s training programmes encompass both physical and virtual settings, with courses offered in traditional classrooms, advanced simulators, and through e-learning and LiveLearning platforms

FLYING INTO THE FUTURE

The intricate demands of navigating eVTOLs in bustling urban landscapes necessitate pilots with flawless training, unparalleled decision-making abilities and the capacity to navigate uncharted challenges effortlessly

NEED FOR HIRING HIGHLY SKILLED PILOTS

In light of the extensive demand for new pilots, high-quality training for Pilots plays a crucial and significant role in building wings of excellence. Merely relying on number of flight hours as a measure of competence does not capture the true capabilities of a pilot

INDIA, MOON BOUND!

ISRO’s third mission to the moon, Chandrayaan-3 aims to land on the lunar South Pole, a feat yet to be achieved by any nation

DRIVING INDIA'S PROGRESS IN SPACE

Strengthening India's Aerospace manufacturing capabilities, SP's Aviation witnesses Godrej Aerospace's remarkable impact on India's Space and Aviation sectors

IRAN GOES HYPERSONIC!

Iran's recent unveiling of a hypersonic missile has escalated tensions between the Islamic Republic and the United States, resulting in the imposition of new sanctions by Washington

SOLAR IMPLULSE 2: HIGH ON SUNLIGHT

While Solar Impulse’s ability to fly while the sun shone was undoubted, its batteries had to store enough energy to keep the four propellers spinning through the dark night-time hours

NBAA CONDEMNS DISREGARD FOR BUSINESS AVIATION'S SUSTAINABILITY LEADERSHIP

NBAA Exposes Misleading Study Dismissing BA’s Sustainability Leadership while Defending Business Aviation’s Environmental Commitment and Economic Importance

DASSAULT CELEBRATES 60 YEARS OF FALCON BUSINESS JETS

As its advanced new models prepare to take the stage, Dassault looks back at its six decades journey

NEW AIRCRAFT, SUSTAINABILITY, AND INNOVATION LEAD THE SHOW

From young entrepreneurs to established pioneers, EBACE2023 served the appetite of all business aviation enthusiasts