The Indian Air Force joined in the 16-day multinational exercise Red Flag 24 in Alaska in the US that is designed to provide realistic training to participating forces in a simulated combat environment.
- The IAF deployed Rafale fighter jets for the ‘Red Flag Alaska’ exercise from May 30 to June 14.
- The Red Flag (Alaska) exercise is conducted by the US Pacific Air Force, which is held in the Joint Pacific Alaska Range. Since 1975, the US has been conducting this exercise with its friendly countries.
- This year, air forces of a total of four countries, including the US and India, are participating in this exercise.
- The Indian Air Force took part in this exercise for the first time in the year 2008.
