10 Strongest Air Forces of the World

Indian Air Force (India):

The Indian Air Force is the fourth largest air force in the world with approximately 170,000 personnel and 1,500 aircrafts. It was officially established on October 8, 1932 as a supporting air force of the British Raj. Since Independence, the Indian Air Force had been involved in several wars, one with neighboring Pakistan and one with the People’s Republic of China. Other major operations undertaken by IAF are Operation Vijay- the invasion of Goa, Operation Meghdoot and Operation Cactus. The IAF had also been an active participant in United Nations peace keeping mission. During the Kargil War of 1999, the Indian Air Force had provided close air support to the Indian Army with the use of helicopters. The Indian Arm Forces have set up numerous military academies across India for training its personnel. Military Schools and Sainik Schools were founded to broaden the recruitment base of the Defence Forces. It is considered as one of the best equipped air forces across the world.