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Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026 commenced at Air Force Station Jodhpur on September 26.

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Participating nations include Australia, United States, United Arab Emirates, France, Germany, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.

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Aircraft types involved are fighter jets, transport planes, and aerial refueling aircraft.

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The theme highlights the importance of partnership and shared expertise among air forces.

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Professional activities include a dedicated seminar and industrial tours for foreign contingents.

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Cultural activities such as the Sekhon Marathon, heritage tours and yoga sessions promote camaraderie.

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Summary

Seven friendly foreign air forces—Australia, United States, United Arab Emirates, France, Germany, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh—participated.

The exercise features fighter jets such as the F-35 Lightning II, Rafale, and F-16, transport aircraft like the A400M and C‑130, and aerial refueling platforms.

Its theme “Power in Partnership” emphasizes cooperation, interoperability, and mutual learning.

Beyond flying, the program includes seminars, industrial tours, a marathon, heritage tours and yoga to foster professional and cultural exchange.

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New Words to Learn

6 words
operational
relating to actual use or activity
interoperability
ability of different groups or equipment to work together effectively
aerial refueling
supplying fuel to aircraft while they are in flight
camaraderie
friendly trust and good feelings among a group
strategic
planned to achieve a long‑term goal
multinational
involving many countries
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