Indian Air Force Day: List of India’s Most Advanced Fighter Jets

By Indrani Raha | 08 October 2022

With 139,576 active personnel, 140,000 reserve personnel and over 1,850 aircraft, the Indian Air Force is the fourth largest air force in the world.

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On this Indian Air Force Day, let us have a look at some of the most advanced Indian Fighter jets.

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Dassault Rafale

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Ilyushin IL-78

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Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules

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Boeing C-17 Globemaster III

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HAL Tejas LCA

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SEPECAT Jaguar

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Dassault Mirage 2000

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Mikoyan MiG-29

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Sukhoi Su-30MKI

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Mikoyan MiG-21

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We are very proud of having these fighter jets in India that have played a crucial role during conflicts and have protected India's skies from enemy invasions.

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