Summary
He has spent more than three decades flying many types of aircraft.
He has earned several high‑ranking medals for his service.
His job is to guide the Air Force and keep the country's sky safe.
Key Points
4 points1
Ashutosh Dixit appointed as the 29th chief of the Air Force.
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Previously served as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff.
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Over 3,500 flight hours on planes like Mirage, MiG, Jaguar and Tejas.
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Awarded Vayu Sena Medal, Vishisht Seva Medal, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal, Param Vishisht Seva Medal.
New Words to Learn
5 wordsAir Marshal
a senior officer in the Air Force
chief of the Air Force
the top boss of all the country's airplanes
flight hours
the total time spent flying a plane
Mirage, MiG, Jaguar, Tejas
different models of fighter airplanes
medal
a special award for brave or excellent work
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