Indian Air Force to conduct high-intensity aerial exercise in Uttarakhand near LAC
NOTAM issued for airspace from November 13 to 21
By Capital Kranti desk, Gandhinagar · Editor: Parth Thakkar
11 November 2026, 5:20 am · 2 min read
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The Indian Air Force is preparing to conduct a high-intensity aerial exercise for one week in the skies of Uttarakhand. According to a News18 report, this exercise will be carried out very close to the Line of Actual Control (LAC). A NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) has been issued restricting the airspace of this region for the period from November 13 to November 21, 2026.
According to official sources, frontline fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force will participate in this important exercise. The main objective of this drill is to test operational agility, Beyond Visual Range (BVR) combat tactics, and engine performance at high altitudes in the challenging terrain of the Himalayas.
Generally, the eastern and northern sectors remain more in the news, but there has been continuous infrastructure construction in the central sector of the middle Himalayas in recent years. In addition, emphasis has been placed on improvements to forward airbases and the development of surveillance networks. This exercise will verify strategic operations in central Uttarakhand.
During this exercise, tactical operations at important advanced landing grounds, rapid force projection, inter-valley troop transfers, and aerial logistics support capabilities will also be tested. All these processes will be carried out to verify the Air Force's readiness in the harsh environment of the Himalayas.
Due to the zone designated for this aerial exercise, regular civil aviation routes will be disrupted. Therefore, commercial flight operators have been advised to contact the Indian Air Force in advance so that they can make necessary changes to their schedules and reduce operational delays.
Through this exercise, the Air Force seeks to further strengthen its strategic capabilities, especially in areas where geographical conditions are extremely difficult. This training conducted by frontline fighter jets will be helpful in increasing security and deployment capabilities in border areas.
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