Four Rafale fighter jets of the Indian Air Force (IAF) completed a long-range mission over the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) on May 31, 2023. The mission, which lasted for over six hours, was a significant demonstration of the Rafale jets’ long-range combat capabilities.

The jets took off from the Hasimara Air Force station in the eastern sector of India and flew over the IOR. During the mission, the jets performed various maneuvers and simulated operations, including air-to-air refueling, air-to-ground strikes, and electronic warfare. The jets also successfully engaged multiple targets during the mission.

The IAF’s Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari, congratulated the pilots and crew of the Rafale jets for successfully completing the mission. He said that the mission was a “testament to the IAF’s operational readiness and its ability to undertake long-range missions.”

“The Rafale jets are the most advanced fighter jets in the IAF’s inventory.”

The Rafale jets are the most advanced fighter jets in the IAF’s inventory. They are capable of carrying a range of potent weapons, including air-to-air missiles, air-to-ground missiles, and precision-guided bombs. The Rafale jets are also equipped with state-of-the-art radar and electronic warfare systems.

The IAF’s acquisition of the Rafale jets is a major boost to the country’s air power. The jets will play a significant role in the IAF’s efforts to deter and defeat any aggression from its adversaries.

The IAF’s long-range mission with the Rafale jets is a clear message to India’s adversaries that the country is capable of projecting its air power far and wide. The mission also demonstrates the IAF’s commitment to maintaining its operational readiness and its ability to respond to any threat to India’s security.