The Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully completed an 8-hour-long mission over the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) on June 8, 2023. The mission was flown by a pair of Su-30MKI fighter jets, which were supported by a refueler aircraft.

The Su-30MKI is a twin-engine, multirole fighter jet that is manufactured by Russia. It is one of the most advanced aircraft in the IAF’s inventory and is capable of carrying a variety of weapons, including air-to-air missiles, air-to-ground missiles, and bombs.

The mission began when the two Su-30MKI jets took off from an airbase in India. The jets then flew to the IOR, where they conducted a series of exercises. The exercises included air-to-air combat, air-to-ground strikes, and refueling operations.

“IAF’s ability to operate its fighter jets over long distances.”

After completing the exercises, the two Su-30MKI jets returned to India. The mission was a success, and it demonstrated the IAF’s ability to operate its fighter jets over long distances.

The IAF’s 8-hour-long mission comes just days after the Indian Air Force’s Rafale fighter jets completed a 6-hour-long mission over the IOR. The Rafale is a French-made fighter jet that is also one of the most advanced aircraft in the IAF’s inventory.

The IAF’s long-range missions over the IOR are a sign of the growing importance of the region to India’s security. The IOR is home to a number of India’s strategic partners, including the United States, Japan, and Australia. The IAF’s ability to operate its fighter jets over the IOR is a deterrent to any potential aggressors in the region.

The IAF’s long-range missions are also a sign of the IAF’s growing capabilities. The IAF has been investing heavily in new aircraft and weapons systems in recent years. The IAF’s new capabilities will allow it to operate more effectively in the IOR and other regions around the world.