Exercise Pitch Black

India's role in Pitch Black Exercise is very important

The world is currently divided into two power centers. On one side are America and its allies. On the other hand, there are Russia and China. Both the camps are ready for maneuver. In such a situation, the role of India is very important.

Aug 20, 2022, 20:32 PM IST

As controversy rages, IAF pilots train in Rafale fighter jets in Gwalior

The French pilots have reportedly made a layover while returning from Exercise Pitch Black, the multilateral air training exercise that concluded recently in Australia.

Sep 03, 2018, 13:37 PM IST

Exercise Pitch Black: Several firsts for IAF in Australian skies

The IAF contingent consisted of 145 air-warriors including IAF Commandos team, Garuds, 04 X Su-30 MKI, 01 X C-130 and 01 X C-17 for logistic support for induction and de-induction.

Aug 20, 2018, 17:40 PM IST

After Exercise Pitch Black, IAF C-17 & Su-30MKI in Malaysia for first ever bilateral air exercise with RAAF

The IAF contingent which landed at the Subang Air Base in Malaysia comprises of C-17, C-130 and Su-30 aircraft.

Aug 19, 2018, 15:23 PM IST

Exercise Pitch Black concludes, IAF team heads back from Australia: In pics

Exercise Pitch Black 2018, which was being conducted in Australia's Darwin, was scheduled from July 24 to August 18, 2018.

Aug 18, 2018, 12:49 PM IST

IAF team heads back from Australia as Exercise Pitch Black concludes

Exercise Pitch Black 2018, which was being conducted in Australia's Darwin, was scheduled from July 24 to August 18, 2018.

Aug 18, 2018, 12:35 PM IST

Exercise Pitch Black: IAF makes history on last day; Team Garud joins RAAF for Combat Free Fall from C-27J Spartan Aircraft

 Flying Operations for Exercise Pitch Black 2018 cames to an end on August 17.

Aug 17, 2018, 22:07 PM IST

Exercise Pitch Black 2018: IAF shares iconic photo, asks Twitterati to identify aircraft

Operation Pitch Black, one of the biggest exercises of its kinds, will continue till August 17.

Aug 16, 2018, 09:26 AM IST

Pitch Black 2018: Top IAF commander lands in Australia, lauds Indian contingent for 'good work'

Pitch Black, a multinational air exercise is one of the biggest exercises of its kinds in the world.

Aug 14, 2018, 09:17 AM IST

Exercise Pitch Black 2018: Super Hercules C-130J in action, IAF and French force exchange sorties

The IAF shared a video of the Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules prepping and participating in the exercise. 

Aug 13, 2018, 07:20 AM IST

Exercise Pitch Black: Open day held at Australian Air Force base in Darwin

Exercise Pitch Black is a biennial three week multi-national large force employment exercise that is being conducted from Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base in Darwin and RAAF Base in Tindal

Aug 12, 2018, 10:12 AM IST

Exercise Pitch Black: IAF contingent member flies onboard French Rafale fighter aircraft

The IAF took to Twitter on Saturday early morning and said, "We are working together as a team & learning from each other."

Aug 11, 2018, 18:40 PM IST

Exercise Pitch Black: 60 roaring jets in Australian skies in 90 minutes, IAF takes part in mass take off

These jets belonged to the Australian Air Force, Indian Air Force, Indonesian Air Force, Singapore Air Force, United States Air Force, French Air Force, Royal Malaysia Airforce and Thai Air Force.

Aug 09, 2018, 10:25 AM IST

Exercise Pitch Black: Garud commandos make maiden jump from IAF's C-130

Garud commandos showcase their will and determination in Australia's Darwin.

Aug 07, 2018, 10:16 AM IST

Watch: IAF Su-30MKI roars into the night skies of Australia during Exercise Pitch Black 2018

Operation Pitch Black, one of the biggest exercises of its kinds, will continue till August 17.

Aug 06, 2018, 14:18 PM IST

IAF Su-30MKI Flankers, RAAF F/A 18 F Super Hornets mesmerise in biggest flypast in Exercise Pitch Black’s history

The RAAF also posted a mesmerising 360-degree video footage of the flight.

Aug 03, 2018, 14:51 PM IST

IAF Sukhoi Su-30MKIs refuel midair, fly with F/A-18 Hornet fighters during Exercise Pitch Black 2018

“This is how friendships are formed.”

Aug 03, 2018, 09:09 AM IST

Ex Pitch Black 2018: IAF shares stunning video of SU30MKI & C-130 J aircraft's historic flight in RAAF Australia

Responding to IAF's tweet, the Royal Australian Air Force wrote back: “Well said @IAF_MCC! Thanks for sharing our skies”

Jul 31, 2018, 11:25 AM IST

Operation Pitch Black: IAF SU-30MKI, C-130 aircraft undertake maiden operations in Australia

The Indian contingent in Australia is being led by Group Captain CUV Rao and includes a Garud Team, four SU-30 MKI, one X C-130 and a X C-17 aircrafts.

Jul 30, 2018, 09:48 AM IST

Indian Air Force set to showcase aerial mastery in Operation Pitch Black

Operation Pitch Black will be on till August 17 and is taking place at the Australian Air Force base in Darwin and Tindal, and has several countries participating in it.

Jul 29, 2018, 16:37 PM IST