Air Marshal Sanjeev Kapoor On C-295 Aircraft And Republic Day Flypast Precision

On this special broadcast, Air Marshal Sanjeev Kapoor (Retd) provides expert insights into the Republic Day flypast, highlighting the integration of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. He notes, 'The cameras from the aircraft are bringing the live coverage to your TV sets and this is what the new warfare is all about.' Air Marshal Kapoor discusses the induction of the C-295 transport aircraft, with 40 units being manufactured in the Vadodara factory to replace the ageing Avro fleet. The program also features Admiral Sinha discussing the P-8I maritime patrol aircraft's role as a game-changer in the Indian Ocean and its intelligence contributions during the Galwan crisis. The flypast involved 29 aircraft operating from five different bases, culminating in a high-speed vertical charlie maneuver at 1,000 km/hr. The display showcased India's aerial prowess and the seamless coordination required to fly at precise intervals over Kartavya Path, embodying the IAF motto 'Nabha Sprisham Deeptam'.