The Indian Air Force (IAF) has deployed a formidable contingent to participate in Exercise Pitch Black 2024 at the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base in Darwin, Australia.

• The exercise, scheduled from July 12 to August 2, 2024, is a biennial multinational event hosted by the RAAF.
• This year’s iteration is poised to be the largest in its 43-year history, featuring participation from 20 countries, with over 140 aircraft and approximately 4,435 military personnel.
• The IAF contingent includes over 150 highly skilled Air Warriors, comprising pilots, engineers, technicians, controllers, and other subject matter experts.
• The Indian contingent will operate the Su-30 MKI multirole fighters, supported by the C-17 Globemaster and IL-78 Air-to-Air Refuelling aircraft.