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The skies have changed, so has IAF's mission: 94 years of India's air power

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Raised on 8 October 1932, the Indian Air Force began with four Westland Wapiti biplanes and five Indian pilots at Drigh Road, Karachi.

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  • Raised on 8 October 1932, the Indian Air Force began with four Westland Wapiti biplanes and five Indian pilots at Drigh Road, Karachi.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:25:33 UTC.

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