India and Singapore Launch Advanced Joint Military Training Exercise

India and Singapore Launch Advanced Joint Military Training Exercise The Air Forces of India and Singapore have kicked off the 12th edition of their Joint Military Training exercise at the Air Force Station Kalaikunda in West Bengal. Slated to run from November 13 to 21, 2024, this exercise aims to foster heightened collaboration between the two military forces. The joint activities will include advanced air combat simulations and joint mission planning sessions that test the operational skills of both nations.The bilateral phase of this exercise is designed to sharpen combat readiness and enhance interoperability. It will facilitate an exchange of knowledge and expertise between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF). Singapore is participating with its most extensive contingent ever, bringing aircrew and support personnel from F-16 and F-15 squadrons, alongside G-550 Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) and C-130 aircraft. Meanwhile, the IAF is deploying Rafale, Mirage 2000 ITI, Su-30 MKI, Tejas, MiG-29, and Jaguar aircraft.The Joint Military Training exercise has been periodically conducted under a bilateral agreement signed between India and Singapore. This year's exercise follows the RSAF's involvement in Ex-Tarang Shakti, one of the largest multinational aerial exercises hosted by the IAF. The event underscores the growing professional partnership between the air forces of both countries. Beyond air operations, participants will engage in various sports and cultural activities, further cementing the strong and respectful defense ties between India and Singapore.

The Air Forces of India and Singapore have kicked off the 12th edition of their Joint Military Training exercise at the Air Force Station Kalaikunda in West Bengal. Slated to run from November 13 to 21, 2024, this exercise aims to foster heightened collaboration between the two military forces. The joint activities will include advanced air combat simulations and joint mission planning sessions that test the operational skills of both nations.

The bilateral phase of this exercise is designed to sharpen combat readiness and enhance interoperability. It will facilitate an exchange of knowledge and expertise between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF). Singapore is participating with its most extensive contingent ever, bringing aircrew and support personnel from F-16 and F-15 squadrons, alongside G-550 Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) and C-130 aircraft.

Meanwhile, the IAF is deploying Rafale, Mirage 2000 ITI, Su-30 MKI, Tejas, MiG-29, and Jaguar aircraft. The Joint Military Training exercise has been periodically conducted under a bilateral agreement signed between India and Singapore. This year's exercise follows the RSAF's involvement in Ex-Tarang Shakti, one of the largest multinational aerial exercises hosted by the IAF.

The event underscores the growing professional partnership between the air forces of both countries. Beyond air operations, participants will engage in various sports and cultural activities, further cementing the strong and respectful defense ties between India and Singapore. (With inputs from agencies.

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