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Indian Air Force — Explaining the units and divisions

When selected for Indian Air Force, part of the Indian Armed Forces, your main task is upholding the constitution and protecting India's freedom. Let's look at the units and divisions

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Serving the nation is the ultimate role one can play. Much is said about the same.

As an officer of the Indian AIr Force, your primary duty is to protest the Indian airspace and engage in aerial warfare, if and when the requirement arises. The Supreme Commander of the Indian Navy Force is President of India.

The responsibilities of officers of the Indian Air Force even include helping with disaster management. For example, the Indian Air Force is currently involved in rescue operations to help those trapped in the Wayanad landslides happening in Kerala. Air Force helicopters are carrying out search and rescue operations. Most of the aggrieved are being airlifted by Indian Air Force aircraft.

Flying Branch  

Sky is the linit

- Fighter

- Transport

- Helicopter

The Flying Branch includes the fighter pilots who fly combat missions, transport pilots who manage cargo and personnel transport, and helicopter pilots who conduct rescue and close support operations.

Technical Branch

Tech check

- Mechanical

- Electronics

The Technical Branch is responsible for maintenance, repair, and efficient running of all aircraft and their equipment. Engineers in this branch work on aviation technology, electronics, and mechanical systems.

Ground Duty Branch

On the ground

- Administration

- Accounts

- Logistics

- Education

- Meteorology

The Ground Duty Branch comprises non-combat personnel responsible for delivering support services to the Indian Air Force. These individuals play pivotal roles in overseeing management, administration, logistics, and the overall operational efficiency of the Air Force.

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