IAF to deploy Rafale, Sukhoi, Mirage 2000 jets in exercise with French air force
NEW DELHI: The Indian Air Force will deploy its Rafale, Sukhoi and Mirage 2000 combat jets among other key assets in a five-day mega air exercise with the French air and space force that begins near Jodhpur on Wednesday.
The Indian Air Force (IAF) said its deployment at the ‘Ex-Desert Knight 21’ will also include IL-78 flight refueling aircraft as well as airborne warning and control system (AWACS).
“The French side will participate with Rafale, Airbus A-330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT), A-400M Tactical Transport aircraft,” it said, adding around 175 French personnel will be part of the exercise.
