Itanagar: The Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) is all set to mesmerize the audience at the upcoming air show at Donyi-Polo Airport in Hollongi near here on March 02.
The air show is being organized by the IAF in collaboration with the Papum Pare district administration.
During the air show, the SKAT will showcase thrilling, action-packed air displays of close formation aerobatics, Wing Commander Nikhil Bhat, who is coordinating the event, said.
The audience will also witness aerial manoeuvres by the only 9-aircraft formation aerobatics team in Asia.
This one-of-a-kind team has carried out numerous displays across India, China, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Singapore, and UAE.
“Through this event, we look forward to inspiring our youth to join the Indian Air Force,” Bhat said.
To ensure the success of the event, Papum Pare deputy commissioner Jiken Bomjen reviewed the preparedness with district officers, Airport Authority of India and the IAF officials.
He called for concerted efforts from all to make the air show a success.
Issues related to traffic management, uninterrupted power supply, water, and medical arrangements were reviewed in detail.
Among others, Papum Pare SP Taru Gusar was also present in the meeting.
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