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Surya Kiran＂ （Sun Rays） refers primarily to the Indian Air Force's （IAF） premier aerobatics team‚ formed in 1996‚ known for dazzling displays with HAL Kiran trainers and later BAe Hawks‚ showcasing Indian aviation skill before a temporary suspension and re-establishment with Hawks from 2015; it also refers to a significant annual India-Nepal military exercise for counterterrorism and mountain warfare training.
Surya Kiran Aerobatics Team （SKAT） History
Origins˸ Evolved from the IAF's earlier ＂Thunderbolts＂ team （formed 1982） but officially established as ＂Surya Kiran＂ in 1996 with HAL HJT-16 Kiran Mk. II jets.
Displays˸ Grew to a nine-aircraft formation by 1997‚ making its international debut in Sri Lanka in 2001‚ becoming renowned for precision flying.
Transition˸ The team was suspended in 2011 and re-equipped with BAE Hawk Mk. 132 aircraft‚ resuming operations with these new jets in 2015‚ with its last Kiran performance in 2011.
Legacy˸ Known for representing the IAF's excellence‚ though it faced challenges‚ including a 2019 mid-air collision during practice.
Surya Kiran Military Exercise
Nature˸ A joint‚ bilateral military exercise between the Indian Army and the Nepal Army.
Focus˸ Enhances interoperability in jungle warfare‚ counterterrorism‚ and disaster relief （HADR） in mountainous regions‚ as noted in editions like ＂Surya Kiran-XVI＂ and ＂XVII＂.
Frequency˸ Held annually‚ alternating between India and Nepal.
Other Mentions
Surya Kiran （Director）˸ An Indian film director‚ former child actor‚ known for directing Telugu films like Satyam and participating in Bigg Boss
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Listed on January 24, 2026 | Last updated January 24, 2026