The Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Japan Air Self Defence Force (JASDF) will conduct a bilateral air exercise, Veer Guardian-2026, from September 9 to 22, 2026 at Air Force Station Jodhpur. The exercise aims to enhance tactical proficiency and aerospace operational synergy between the two nations.
The Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Japan Air Self Defence Force (JASDF) will engage in a bilateral air exercise, Veer Guardian-2026, at Air Force Station Jodhpur from September 9 to 22, 2026. This fourteen-day exercise marks an effort to strengthen the strategic partnership between India and Japan.
During the exercise, the IAF will participate with a diverse array of frontline combat aircraft such as the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, Su-30 MKl, and Rafale. The JASDF will join forces with its F-2A fighter aircraft.
Throughout the exercise, air warriors from both nations will engage in advanced operational missions and extensive professional interactions. The program includes mission planning conferences, subject matter expert exchanges, and interaction between personnel on engineering and aspects of aerospace safety, fostering deep operational synergy between the two Air Forces.
Exercise Veer Guardian-26 is intended to enhance tactical proficiency and aerospace operational synergy between IAF and JASDF, as reflected in its design.
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