Republic Day 2022: Cockpit views of spectacular flypast will leave you gobsmacked
Besides the impressive march-past and weapons display at Rajpath, the air wings of the defence forces showcased their skills over the national capital.
FollowThe military might of the Indian armed forces enthralled the nation on the 73rd Republic Day. The world community witnessed the prowess of India's armed forces. Through a display of weaponry, technological advancements and heavy military equipment, India sent a straightforward message that it is ever-ready to deal with any situations that may arise.
Besides the impressive march-past and weapons display at Rajpath, the air wings of the defence forces showcased their skills over the national capital. The Indian armed forces presented a stupendous fly-past with 75 aircraft belonging to the Indian Army, Indian Air Force and the Indian Navy.
Rahat Formation
The formation was comprised of five Advanced Landing Helicopters flew in ‘Arrowhead’ shape.
Meghna Formation
The formation comprised one Chinook heavy-lift helicopter in the lead and four Mi-17 IV choppers flying in an ‘arrowhead’ shape.
Eklavya Formation
The formation comprised one Mi-35 helicopter in the lead with four Apache helicopters in the echelon.
Tangail Formation
The formation had one Dakota vintage aircraft in the lead flanked by two Dornier aircraft, in Vic formation.
Taraan Formation
The formation had three transport aircraft -- one C-17 aircraft and two C-130 aircraft -- flying in Vic formation.
Netra Formation
In this formation, one AEW&C aircraft with two MiG 29 UPG and two Sukhoi fighter aircraft flew in arrowhead shape.
Vinash Formation
Five newly-inducted Rafales demonstrated in arrowhead formation.
Baaz Formation
It had a total of seven aircraft, including one Rafale aircraft, two Jaguar, 2 MiG 29 UPG and 2 Sukhoi fighters.
Trishul Formation
This comprised of three Sukhoi aircraft flying past Rajpath in Vic formation at 900 kmph. The aircraft approached towards the dais and then pulled up and outward for the Trishul manoeuvre.
Varuna Formation
It had the Indian Navy’s air platforms, including one surveillance aircraft P-8I and two MiG 29K fighter jets.
Tiranga Formation
Five Sarang helicopters flew in ladder formation, streaming tricolour over the Rajpath.
Vijay Formation
Sole Rafale approached towards the dais, pulled up for vertical charlie and carried out two-and-a-half turns in the sky.
Amrit Formation
In a first, a total of 17 British-origin Jaguar fighter jets flew in the shape of 75 to celebrate 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' commemorating 75 years of India's independence.
