Air Force & Aircraft — Set 6
Defence GK · वायु सेना और विमान · Questions 51–60 of 160
The Hawk Advanced Jet Trainer was procured from which country?
Correct Answer: A. United Kingdom
The BAE Systems Hawk Advanced Jet Trainer was procured from the United Kingdom. India also produces the Hawk under license at HAL's facility in Bengaluru. The IAF uses the Hawk for advanced jet training of its pilots before they transition to frontline fighters.
The IAF's No. 17 Squadron 'Golden Arrows' is famous for inducting which aircraft?
Correct Answer: A. Rafale
No. 17 Squadron 'Golden Arrows' was the first IAF squadron to induct the Rafale multi-role fighter aircraft at Ambala Air Force Station. The formal induction ceremony was held on September 10, 2020. The second Rafale squadron is No. 101 Squadron 'Falcons' at Hasimara, West Bengal.
Where is the second Rafale squadron of the IAF based?
Correct Answer: A. Hasimara, West Bengal
The second Rafale squadron of the IAF, No. 101 Squadron 'Falcons of Chamb and Akhnoor', is based at Hasimara Air Force Station in West Bengal. The location is strategically important as it is close to the eastern border with China. The squadron was formally activated in 2022.
The IAF uses the SPYDER air defence system procured from which country?
Correct Answer: A. Israel
The IAF operates the SPYDER (Surface-to-Air Python and Derby) short-range air defence missile system procured from Israel. It can engage aircraft, helicopters, UAVs, and cruise missiles. The SPYDER system provides the IAF with a mobile, flexible air defence capability for forward deployments.
The IAF's S-400 Triumf air defence missile system was procured from:
Correct Answer: A. Russia
India signed a deal with Russia in 2018 to procure five S-400 Triumf air defence systems. The S-400 is one of the most advanced long-range surface-to-air missile systems in the world. The delivery and deployment of S-400 systems in India began in 2021-22, providing long-range air defence.
Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon is the only IAF pilot to receive which award?
Correct Answer: A. Param Vir Chakra
Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon is the only IAF pilot to be awarded the Param Vir Chakra, India's highest wartime gallantry award. He was posthumously awarded this honour for his supreme sacrifice on December 14, 1971, when he single-handedly engaged six Pakistani Sabre jets over Srinagar Air Base.
How many Pakistani Sabre jets did Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon engage single-handedly?
Correct Answer: A. Six
Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon single-handedly engaged six Pakistani F-86 Sabre jets over Srinagar Air Base on December 14, 1971. Despite being outnumbered, he managed to shoot down one enemy aircraft and damage another before his Gnat aircraft was hit and he was killed in action.
The IAF's Gnat fighter aircraft was nicknamed 'Sabre Slayer' after which conflict?
Correct Answer: A. 1965 Indo-Pak War
The Folland Gnat earned the nickname 'Sabre Slayer' for its performance against Pakistani F-86 Sabre jets in the 1965 Indo-Pakistani War. The highly maneuverable Gnat proved effective in air-to-air combat against the Sabre. The Gnat also served with distinction in the 1971 war.
Which IAF Chief of Air Staff led the force during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
Correct Answer: A. Air Marshal Arjan Singh
Air Marshal Arjan Singh was the Chief of Air Staff during the 1965 Indo-Pakistani War. Under his brilliant leadership, the IAF performed admirably against the Pakistani Air Force. He was later bestowed the rank of Marshal of the Air Force, the only IAF officer to receive this five-star honour.
The IAF conducted Operation Meghdoot in 1984 to capture:
Correct Answer: A. Siachen Glacier
Operation Meghdoot was launched by India on April 13, 1984, to capture the Siachen Glacier before Pakistan could do so. The IAF played a crucial role by airlifting Army troops to the world's highest battlefield. Siachen remains under Indian control since that successful operation.