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Japan's Air Self-Defense Force Chief Embarks on Historic Indian Air Exercise

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ September 19, 2026 - 08:48 PM IST โ€ข โœ๏ธ Defence News Intelligence Bureau
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Japan's Air Self-Defense Force Chief Embarks on Historic Indian Air Exercise

The Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) Chief of the Staff, General Takehiro Morita, is set to visit Air Force Station Jodhpur from September 19 to 22, coinciding with the final phase of Exercise Veer Guardian 2026. This 14-day bilateral air exercise marks a significant milestone in the growing defense cooperation between India and Japan. The exercise will feature a mix of Indian and Japanese fighter aircraft, including the JASDF's F-2A fighters, which will be operating from an Indian base for the first time.

The F-2A is a Japanese-developed fighter that has been based on the F-16 design, but has incorporated significant Japanese development and equipment. For the Indian Air Force (IAF), operating alongside the F-2A offers an opportunity for dissimilar-aircraft training and professional exchanges with Japanese crews. This exchange will enhance the IAF's capabilities and foster greater cooperation between the two air forces.

Exercise Veer Guardian 2026 is not just about fighter sorties. The exercise will also comprise mission planning, specialist exchanges, and interactions that involve engineering and aerospace safety. These interactions will provide a platform for the IAF and JASDF to share best practices and learn from each other's experiences.

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The IAF will be participating in the exercise with a mix of LCA Tejas, Su-30MKI, and Rafale aircraft. The JASDF has deployed F-2A fighter aircraft, which will be operating from Air Force Station Jodhpur. This deployment marks a significant milestone in the growing defense cooperation between India and Japan.

General Morita's visit to Air Force Station Jodhpur is a testament to the strong defense ties between India and Japan. The visit will provide an opportunity for the two air forces to strengthen their cooperation and exchange best practices. The exercise will also provide a platform for the IAF and JASDF to demonstrate their capabilities and showcase their interoperability.

The success of Exercise Veer Guardian 2026 will have far-reaching implications for the defense cooperation between India and Japan. It will provide a foundation for future exercises and strengthen the ties between the two air forces. The exercise will also demonstrate the commitment of both countries to regional security and stability.

In conclusion, Exercise Veer Guardian 2026 marks a significant milestone in the growing defense cooperation between India and Japan. The exercise will provide a platform for the IAF and JASDF to strengthen their cooperation, exchange best practices, and demonstrate their capabilities. The success of the exercise will have far-reaching implications for regional security and stability, and will provide a foundation for future exercises and cooperation between the two air forces.

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