New Delhi, Nov 15, 2025

An Indian Air Force (IAF) contingent, featuring the Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) and Tejas fighter aircraft, has landed at Al Maktoum Airbase, Dubai, ahead of the prestigious Dubai Airshow 2025, scheduled from November 17 to 21.

According to IAF sources, this deployment underscores both India’s aerial prowess and its growing defence-diplomacy outreach in the Middle East. The Dubai Airshow 2025 is expected to host over 1,500 exhibitors, 490 delegations, and more than 200 aircraft.

On its official X handle, the IAF’s public communication account posted: “An IAF contingent comprising of Suryakiran Aerobatic Team and Tejas fighters landed at Al Maktoum Airbase, Dubai for the Dubai Air Show.”

Meanwhile, the Suryakiran Aerobatic Team’s X account said: “Hello Dubai

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