SHILLONG, March 5: Indian Air Force’s Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) will perform and captivate the audience with an exhilarating Air Show over Umiam Lake on March 8.
Various other fighter aircraft and helicopters will also participate in the air show. Formed in 1996, SKAT is among the very few nine-aircraft aerobatics teams in the world and is the only one in Asia.
This one-of-a-kind team has carried out more than 500 displays in India, besides showcasing the professionalism of the Indian Air Force in Air Shows abroad in China, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Singapore, and UAE.
SKAT, inherits the motto “Sadaiva Sarvottam” with ease, aptly describing the adage “Always the Best”. This event will not only showcase the extraordinary skills of these pilots but will also provide an opportunity for the public to witness the dedication and excellence of the Indian Air Force.