The C-130J Super Hercules transport aircraft also demonstrated its ability to operate behind "enemy lines" as it flew low to evade radar and dropped paratroopers and, after a quick about turn, picked them shot landing and taking off capabilities.
Over 225 fighter and transport aircraft including Mirage 2000, Jaguar 2000, MiG 27, MIG 21, MIG 29, C130J, AN-32, Embraer and the IL-76 and unmanned aerial vehicles participated in the event, firing rockets, missiles and bombs and laser guided weapons.
A MiG 29 aircraft created a sonic boom before the spectators as it crossed the speed of sound.
The indigenous light combat aircraft aircraft Tejas and light combat helicopter Rudra also showed their mettle. The IAF also displayed its latest acquisition - the PC-7 Pilatus trainer.
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