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flag UK air chief visits India, advancing defence ties through pilot training and joint exercises.

flag Air Chief Marshal Sir Harv Smyth of the UK began a three-day visit to India on March 23, 2026, to strengthen defence cooperation, focusing on air operations and training. flag He met with Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, visited Air Force Station Gwalior, and paid tribute at the National War Memorial. flag A key outcome was the implementation of a February 2026 agreement allowing three Indian qualified flying instructors to train Royal Air Force pilots at RAF Valley starting in September, with one already at RAF College Cranwell. flag The visit highlighted growing collaboration in joint training, operational exchanges, and technological advancement, marking the fourth high-level UK defence visit to India in 2026 and underscoring the strategic importance of the bilateral defence partnership.

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