New Delhi, May 12 -- The first week was dedicated to within-visual-range combat, emphasising fundamental aircrew skills in close combat maneuvering and providing a foundation upon which more complex operations could be built. This phase focused on Basic Flight Maneuvers (BFM) and Air Combat Maneuvers (ACM) in one-versus-one and two- versus-one configurations. The week also incorporated extensive air-to-air refueling training, with both Rafale and Sukhoi aircraft conducting multiple aerial refueling sorties with the A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT). This capability validation represented a critical aspect of operational interoperability, demonstrating the compatibility of Indian and French aerial refueling systems.
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