Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

Exercise Pitch Black 2024 is being hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) at Base Darwin, Australia. The Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in this biennial, multinational exercise, which aims to enhance international military cooperation and air combat capabilities. The 2024 edition marks the largest in the exercise's history, involving participation from 20 countries, over 140 aircraft, and approximately 4,400 military personnel. The focus of the exercise is on Large Force Employment (LFE) warfare to strengthen operational experience and interoperability among the participating air forces, including the IAF.