IAF 17 Squadron signed agreement with Army Sikh light infantry regiment for affiliation
Tuesday, October 5, 2021 | Chimniii Desk
Highlights
- Ambala (Haryana): The Indian Air Force's (17) Squadron was formally affiliated with the Indian Army's Sikh Light Infantry regiment on Monday at a ceremony at the Ambala Air Force Station.
- On this occasion, Army Chief General M M Naravane was present.
- On October 1, 1951, the 17 Squadron Air Force — the Golden Arrows — was created in Ambala.
- The squadron was heavily involved in the 1965 conflict with Pakistan.
- The squadron was presented with the President's Standards in 1988 in appreciation of its commitment to the national cause.
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Ambala (Haryana): The Indian Air Force's (17) Squadron was formally affiliated with the Indian Army's Sikh Light Infantry regiment on Monday at a ceremony at the Ambala Air Force Station.
On this occasion, Army Chief General M M Naravane was present.
Gen Naravane and Air Commodore Tarun Chaudhry of 17 Squadron signed the charter of affiliation.
According to an official statement, the regiment's affiliation with the Western Air Command's Rafale Squadron will aid them in developing a mutual understanding of the joint ethos, capability, limitations, and core competencies of other services through a shared understanding of military tactical doctrines and concepts in the contemporary conflict environment.
On October 1, 1951, the 17 Squadron Air Force — the Golden Arrows — was created in Ambala.
The "Golden Arrows" represent the creator's golden light soaring heavenward and illuminating the entire world.
The squadron was heavily involved in the 1965 conflict with Pakistan.
It was lauded for its outstanding performance throughout the 1971 conflict.
The squadron was presented with the President's Standards in 1988 in appreciation of its commitment to the national cause.