Air Force & Aircraft — Set 8
Defence GK · वायु सेना और विमान · Questions 71–80 of 160
Operation Poomalai (1987) was conducted by the IAF to:
Correct Answer: A. Airdrop supplies to Tamils in Sri Lanka
Operation Poomalai (meaning flower garland in Tamil) was conducted by the IAF on June 4, 1987. Indian An-32 transport aircraft airdropped humanitarian supplies over Jaffna in Sri Lanka, which was under siege. The operation was a show of India's concern for the Tamil population in northern Sri Lanka.
The IAF's Agra Air Base is primarily known for housing which type of aircraft?
Correct Answer: A. Transport aircraft
Air Force Station Agra is home to the IAF's transport aircraft fleet, including C-17 Globemaster III and IL-76 transport aircraft. It is one of the main transport hubs of the IAF. Agra is also home to paratroopers and the IAF's parachute training facilities.
The Su-30 MKI is manufactured in India by:
Correct Answer: A. HAL (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited)
The Su-30 MKI is manufactured in India by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) under license from Russia's Sukhoi Aviation Corporation. HAL's production facility at Nashik manufactures and assembles the Su-30 MKI. India has an order for over 270 Su-30 MKI aircraft for the IAF.
Air Force Day 2022 was celebrated at which location for the first time outside Hindon?
Correct Answer: A. Chandigarh
The Indian Air Force Day 2022 was celebrated for the first time outside of Hindon at Chandigarh, marking the 90th anniversary of the IAF's founding. The IAF has been rotating Air Force Day celebrations to different cities to showcase the air force to more citizens across India. The Indian Air Force operates various advanced aircraft including Rafale, Su-30MKI, Tejas, and Mirage 2000.
The Astra missile is indigenously developed for which purpose?
Correct Answer: A. Beyond-visual-range air-to-air combat
Astra is an indigenously developed beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM) developed by DRDO. It is designed to be used by the IAF's fighter aircraft. The Astra Mk-1 has a range of about 100 km and is being integrated with the Su-30 MKI and Tejas aircraft.
The Akash missile system is primarily used for:
Correct Answer: A. Medium-range surface-to-air defence
The Akash missile system is an indigenously developed medium-range surface-to-air missile system developed by DRDO and manufactured by BEL. The IAF has inducted multiple Akash squadrons for air defence. The Akash NG (Next Generation) is an advanced version with improved capabilities.
Who is called the 'Father of the Indian Air Force'?
Correct Answer: A. Air Marshal Subroto Mukerjee
Air Marshal Subroto Mukerjee is widely regarded as the Father of the Indian Air Force. He was the first Indian to be appointed Chief of Air Staff in 1954. He worked tirelessly to build up the IAF into a modern air force and laid its foundational structure and ethos.
IAF's first operational combat in independent India was in:
Correct Answer: A. 1947-48 Kashmir War
The IAF's first operational combat in independent India was during the 1947-48 Kashmir War when Pakistani-backed tribal raiders invaded Kashmir. The IAF airlifted Indian troops to Srinagar and flew combat sorties to repel the raiders. This was a critical operation that helped secure the Kashmir Valley for India.
The original name of the Indian Air Force during British rule was:
Correct Answer: A. Royal Indian Air Force
The Indian Air Force was originally called the Royal Indian Air Force (RIAF) when it was established in 1932 under British rule. After India's independence in 1947, the prefix 'Royal' was retained until January 26, 1950, when India became a Republic and it became the Indian Air Force. The Indian Air Force operates various advanced aircraft including Rafale, Su-30MKI, Tejas, and Mirage 2000.
The PC-7 Mk II is used by the IAF as:
Correct Answer: A. Ab initio trainer
The Pilatus PC-7 Mk II is used by the IAF as an ab initio (basic) trainer aircraft. India procured 75 PC-7 Mk II aircraft from Pilatus Aircraft of Switzerland. It replaced the older HPT-32 Deepak basic trainer that was phased out due to safety concerns after several fatal accidents.