| ID | 135639 |
| Title Proper | Chinks in its armour |
| Other Title Information | IAF’s 82nd raising day parade highlighted that modernisation should not be delayed |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Mekala, Dilip Kumar |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Modernisation has never ever been so crucial to the Indian Air Force (IAF) than it is today. This was amply evident at the 82nd Raising Day at Hindon air base, as the IAF put up a brave face trying to hide its shortcomings. Another year has passed by, urgently reminding the air force of its dwindling numbers of aircraft squadrons. “By 2017, the IAF would have less than the existing 35 fighter squadrons. Our minimum requirement remains 45 squadrons,” said Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha. |
| `In' analytical Note | Force Vol.12, No.3; Nov.2014: p.42-43 |
| Journal Source | Force 2014-11 12, 3 |
| Standard Number | Defence Modernization |