Context:Indian Air Force Day is celebrated on October 8 every year.
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The day aims to pay a tribute to the Air Force of India and acknowledge their contribution for a successful nation.
As a part of the 90th anniversary celebration, nearly 80 military aircraft and helicopters participated in the Air Force Day fly-past on October 8 at the Sukhna Lake complex, Chandigarh.
It is for the first time that the IAF decided to hold its annual Air Force Day parade and fly-past outside the Delhi NCR.
On October 8, 1932, the former British Empire established the IAF.
The IAF was used to attack Japanese bases in Burma in order to stop the Japanese army's advance toward India.
The IAF illustrated a range of aircraft, including Rafale, Prachand, Sukhoi Su-30, Jaguar, Chinook, Apache and Mi-17.
Meanwhile, Sarang air display and Surya Kiran aerobatics teams also performed at the event, following the programme by the Akashganga Paratrooper team
