IAF holds air show in Srinagar after 14 years, Sukhoi, MiG21s, Chinook roar over Dal Lake - In Pics

The skies over Srinagar roared with fighter jets and Chinook helicopters as they put up an adrenaline-pumping show after nearly 14 years. The air show was part of the ongoing 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' celebrations. The captivated audience was enthralled by the dazzling display, see pics here

The event started with the oldest fighter jets of the IAF -- MiG 21s -- flying over the famous Dal Lake and past the enthusiastic audience. The four MiG 21 fighter jets roaring in the sky presented a salute in right turn to the dais as they flew past.

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Thereafter, three Sukhoi Su-30 MKI jets took to the sky. The jets smoking and roaring in the sky in 'Trishul' formations and tumbling, rolling, and spinning over the Dal Lake.

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A 10-member team led by Squadron Leader Aftab Khan performed thrilling moves achieving a 120 kmph speed as it moved towards the ground. As the team members opened their parachutes and displayed various formations, the Indian national flag, the IAF flag, and the Akash Ganga flag rippled in the sky. 

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The audience was left captivated as it watched the over-an-hour-long show with elaborate arrangements, an IAF symphony orchestra display and motivational photo exhibition on the history of the IAF.

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