SRINAGAR: An Indian Air Force (IAF) IL-76MD transport aircraft has successfully landed at the Nyoma airbase in eastern Ladakh, achieving the highest-altitude landing ever recorded by the aircraft anywhere in the world, the IAF said on Friday.
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An Indian Air Force IL-76MD has scripted history with a successful landing at Nyoma, marking the highest-altitude landing ever achieved by the aircraft anywhere in the world.
A remarkable demonstration of the aircraft’s enduring capability, backed by the exceptional skill, precision, and professionalism of its crew.A milestone that reinforces India’s strategic airlift capability.
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Located at an altitude of around 13,000 feet and approximately 25 kilometres from the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China, Nyoma airbase holds strategic importance for India’s military operations along the border.
The IAF described the landing as a historic achievement, highlighting the aircraft’s ability to operate in challenging high-altitude conditions.
“An Indian Air Force IL-76MD has scripted history with a successful landing at Nyoma, marking the highest-altitude landing ever achieved by the aircraft anywhere in the world,” the force said in a social media post.
It said the achievement demonstrated the aircraft’s enduring operational capabilities, along with the skill, precision and professionalism of its crew.
The IAF termed the landing a significant milestone that would reinforce India’s strategic airlift capability.
The IL-76MD is a Russian-origin heavy-lift transport aircraft used by the IAF for transporting troops, military equipment and supplies.
