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Historic Milestone: First NCC Aircraft Lands at Kullu After Nearly Three Decades

Historic Milestone: First NCC Aircraft Lands at Kullu After Nearly Three Decades

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October 14, 2026

In a landmark development for aviation training in Himachal Pradesh, the first NCC microlight aircraft landed at Kullu Airport today. This historic step brings a dedicated flying facility closer to full operationalisation for the state’s NCC cadets.

IAF AN-32 Transport Aircraft Crashes at Assam’s Jorhat Station; Five Personnel Killed

IAF AN-32 Transport Aircraft Crashes at Assam’s Jorhat Station; Five Personnel Killed

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June 13, 2026

Five Indian Air Force personnel, including two officers, were killed after an AN-32 transport aircraft crashed and caught fire during a routine sortie at the Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam on Saturday morning. The IAF has launched an investigation to ascertain the cause of the accident.