An IAF contingent comprising MiG-29s, Jaguars and C-17s are participating in Exercise Eastern Bridge in Oman.
- This is the seventh edition of the Exercise Bridge that is scheduled from 11 to 22 September 2024 at Air Force base Masirah, Oman.
- The bilateral exercise endeavors to enhance interoperability between Royal Oman Air Force and the Indian Air Force and shall provide a platform for both teams to engage in a series of joint training missions designed to strengthen strategic cooperation and operational readiness.
- Exercise Eastern Bridge VII aims to improve tactical and operational skills, foster mutual understanding and bolster the ability of both air forces to collaborate effectively in diverse scenarios.
- The exercise will include complex aerial maneuvering, air to air and air to ground operations, and logistical coordination, reflecting the evolving defense needs and strategic interests of both nations.
