Air Force & Aircraft — Set 1
Defence GK · वायु सेना और विमान · Questions 1–10 of 160
What is the official motto of the Indian Air Force?
Correct Answer: A. Touch the Sky with Glory
The motto of the Indian Air Force is 'Touch the Sky with Glory' (Nabha Sparsham Deeptam). This phrase is taken from the Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 11, Verse 24). It was adopted as the IAF motto to inspire its personnel towards excellence in service.
When is Indian Air Force Day celebrated every year?
Correct Answer: A. October 8
Indian Air Force Day is celebrated on October 8 every year. This date marks the official establishment of the Indian Air Force on October 8, 1932. The day is celebrated with airshows and parades, traditionally at Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad.
In which year was the Indian Air Force officially established?
Correct Answer: A. 1932
The Indian Air Force was officially established on October 8, 1932. It was initially called the Royal Indian Air Force during British rule. After India's independence in 1947, the prefix 'Royal' was retained until India became a Republic in 1950, after which it became the Indian Air Force.
What is the highest five-star rank that has ever been bestowed in the Indian Air Force?
Correct Answer: C. Marshal of the Air Force
Marshal of the Air Force is the highest five-star rank in the Indian Air Force, equivalent to Field Marshal in the Army. Air Chief Marshal is the highest active operational rank. The rank of Marshal of the Air Force has been awarded only to Marshal Arjan Singh, making it an extremely rare honour.
Which indigenous fighter aircraft was developed by HAL for the Indian Air Force?
Correct Answer: A. Tejas
Tejas is an indigenous light combat aircraft developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the Indian Air Force. It was designed by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) under the Light Combat Aircraft program. Tejas became operational with No. 45 Squadron 'Flying Daggers' of the IAF.
Which country supplied the Rafale fighter jets to India?
Correct Answer: A. France
Rafale fighter jets were supplied to India by France's Dassault Aviation. India signed an inter-governmental agreement with France in 2016 for 36 Rafale jets. The first batch of Rafale aircraft arrived in India at Ambala Air Base on July 29, 2020.
The Su-30 MKI is a multirole fighter aircraft developed in collaboration with which country?
Correct Answer: A. Russia
Su-30 MKI is a multirole fighter aircraft developed jointly by India and Russia. It is manufactured by HAL under license from Russia's Sukhoi Design Bureau. The Su-30 MKI is the backbone of the Indian Air Force's fighter fleet and is one of the most capable aircraft in Asia.
At which air base were the first Rafale jets officially inducted into the IAF?
Correct Answer: A. Ambala
The first batch of Rafale jets was officially inducted into the Indian Air Force at Ambala Air Force Station in Haryana on September 10, 2020. The ceremony was attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Ambala was chosen due to its strategic location near the Pakistan border.
Which IAF squadron first inducted the Tejas aircraft?
Correct Answer: A. No. 45 Squadron
No. 45 Squadron 'Flying Daggers' was the first IAF squadron to induct the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft. The induction took place in July 2016 at Air Force Station Sulur in Tamil Nadu. The squadron now operates the Tejas Mk 1 variant in operational service.
What does IAF stand for?
Correct Answer: A. Indian Air Force
IAF stands for Indian Air Force, which is the air arm of the Indian Armed Forces. The Indian Air Force was established on October 8, 1932. It is the fourth largest air force in the world in terms of personnel and aircraft strength.