Multilateral Military Exercise Orion begins at Mont-de-Marsan airbase in France

Multilateral exercise Orion in which the Indian Air Force and French Air and Space Force are taking part began at Mont-de-Marsan yesterday. The Defence Ministry said, this is the first overseas exercise for the Indian Air Force Rafale aircraft. The exercise will see the IAF engage in realistic combat scenarios with other participating Air Forces.

 

The Ministry said, participation in this exercise will further enrich the



employment philosophy of the India Air Force, by imbibing the best practices from other Air Forces. The Indian Air Force Contingent comprises four Rafale, two C-17, two IL-78 aircraft and 165 air warriors. Air Forces from Germany, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Spain and United States of America are also participating in the exercise which will be continue till 5th of next month.