In a landmark event, a Spanish Air Force pilot made history by flying India's indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas trainer at Sulur Air Force Station in Tamil Nadu. This unique experience was facilitated during the ongoing Exercise Tarang Shakti 24, a major multinational air exercise hosted by the Indian Air Force.
This momentous occasion not only reflects the growing global interest in India's burgeoning aerospace industry but also demonstrates the IAF's unwavering confidence in its homegrown fighter jet. Providing a foreign pilot the opportunity to fly the Tejas trainer signifies India's commitment to strengthening international defense cooperation.
Exercise Tarang Shakti 24 has already witnessed spectacular displays of aerial combat, with the LCA Tejas successfully intercepting other renowned fighter jets like the Eurofighter Typhoon and Rafale. The participation of the Spanish pilot further solidifies India's standing as a prominent player in the global aerospace arena.
