Indian Air Force Joins 20-Nation Exercise Pitch Black 2026 in Australia with Grand Flypast and Sports Victory
DARWIN, July 28 — The Indian Air Force contingent is actively participating in Exercise Pitch Black 2026 alongside the Royal Australian Air Force and air forces from 20 other nations to enhance multinational operational integration and tactical synergy.
The high-profile exercise kicked off with a spectacular Rafale fighter jet flypast over Darwin’s iconic Mindil Beach, showcasing aerial precision and international military cooperation. Demonstrating strong camaraderie beyond flight operations, the Indian Air Force contingent also clinched the Gold medal in the exercise’s multinational football tournament, reinforcing their spirit of seamless integration both in the skies and on the ground.