New Delhi, May 6 -- The Indian Air Force (IAF) will begin a major air exercise over the desert sector and nearby areas along the India-Pakistan border from May 7, involving its frontline fighter aircraft, IAF officials said on Monday.

According to the officials, all frontline aircraft including the Rafale, Mirage 2000 and Sukhoi-30s, will participate in the drill.

A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued by aviation authorities says the exercise will continue till May 15, and some airspace over Rajasthan will be temporarily closed to civil flights during the exercise.

The restricted zones cover parts of the Pokhran range and surrounding areas.

"All civil scheduled flights operating in the exercise areas will be accommodated by the Indian Air...