Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh joins Kiran flypast, surprises audience at Air Force Academy

Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh surprised attendees at the Air Force Academy's graduation parade by participating in a three-aircraft Kiran formation flypast. The 61-year-old Air Chief's involvement highlights his continued commitment to active flying despite his high-ranking administrative role.
Why it matters
The event serves as a morale booster for the Indian Air Force and reinforces the image of leadership that remains connected to operational duties.
As hundreds of newly commissioned officers marched in perfect synchronisation and dignitaries watched the proceedings at the Air Force Academy (AFA) on a cloudy Saturday morning (June 13, 2026), Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh provided an unexpected highlight to the Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) by taking part in a three-aircraft Kiran formation flypast above the parade ground.
The article focuses on a ceremonial event and the personal actions of a public official without political bias.
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