Simulated strike missions by IAF fighters also extend deep into the Indian Ocean. Close to 4,000 sorties have been planned through the day and night across the length and breadth of the country. Indian Air Force has mobilised 1,100 aircrafts, including fighters, transports and helicopters for Gagan Shakti 2018. The Sukhoi jet was refuelled twice, on its way towards Lakshadweep as well as during the return flight after the mission. A Sukhoi Su-30 jet that took off from Kalaikunda airbase in West Bengal's Kharagpur engaged multiple targets over the area of Lakshadweep before it returned. A video showed pilots performing the mid-air refuelling of a Sukhoi fighter jet, a show of strength, during the Gagan Shakti 2018 exercises. The Indian Air Force carried out an air-to-air refuelling display in what is seen as an attempt to showcase its reach and preparedness. Indian Air Force has mobilised 1,100 aircrafts for Gagan Shakti 2018.During mid-air refuelling, both jets must have precise flying parameters.Air-to-air refuelling display was done as part of Gagan Shakti 2018.
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