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IAF chief test flies F-15EX in US

The Indian Air Force chief personally flew the advanced F-15EX fighter jet during a visit to a US Air Force base.

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Nellis Air Force Base, USA
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Sunday, 19 April 2026 at 06:11 UTC
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The Chief of the Indian Air Force, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, flew the advanced F-15EX Eagle II fighter jet at Nellis Air Force Base in the United States. The flight is seen as a first-hand evaluation of the aircraft, which is a contender in India's ongoing competition to acquire 114 multi-role fighter jets. The demonstration signals the continued growth of US-India defense cooperation and provides the IAF leadership with direct operational insight into the jet's capabilities, including its advanced radar and significant payload capacity.
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