This article provides a list of active Indian military aircraft currently in service with the Indian Armed Forces, as well as aircraft on order. For a list of historical military aircraft used by the Indian military, see list of historical aircraft of the Indian Air Force.

Westland Wapiti, one of the first aircraft flown by the Royal Indian Air Force Consolidated B-24 Liberator heavy bomber over the Deccan plateau in the early 1950s. Canberra medium bomber.

23 hours ago · The Indian Air Force (IAF) has focused on multi-role fighters that can handle a variety of missions from air superiority to ground attack, aligning with India’s defense needs against its immediate neighbors. ... providing similar strategic reach without the need for a dedicated bomber fleet. Moreover, advancements in satellite technology and ...

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is the air arm of the Indian Armed Forces. Its primary mission is to secure Indian airspace and to conduct aerial warfare during armed conflicts. It was officially established on 8 October 1932 as an auxiliary air force of the British Empire which honoured India's aviation service during World War II with the prefix ...

Current aircraft of the Indian Air Force including attack, bomber, cargo transport, special mission, fighter, Search and Rescue, aerial tanker, remote-piloted, reconnaissance, trainer and utility types.

With the H-6 bomber aircraft of the People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) of China positioned in large numbers at Kashgar and also a few at Hotan, not too far from India-China border in Ladakh, it is time to understand the importance and role of strategic bombers.

Jan 1, 2025 · A 50-ton stealth bomber would give India a significant edge over regional rivals, showcasing its capability to project power beyond its immediate neighborhood, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region where tensions are high.

Nov 7, 2024 · By carrying a load of long-range ALCMs, a strategic bomber could strike key targets deep inside enemy territory without requiring the aircraft to enter contested airspace itself, enhancing both the bomber’s survivability and the operational flexibility …

Jan 6, 2023 · An Indian Air Force B-24 Liberator. This is the story of the Indian Air Force’s first heavy bomber and the indigenous “jugaad” (ingenuity) that helped the service develop this capability, as told by the force itself on social media.

Nov 26, 2024 · Russia has reportedly offered India the opportunity to procure the Tu-160M strategic bombers, known as the “White Swan,” which could substantially boost the IAF’s aerial capabilities.