Gangtok: Eastern Air Command Air Officer Commanding in Chief Air Marshal Amit Dev has visited forward locations in Sikkim and reviewed the operational readiness of the formations.
During his two-day visit, the Air Marshal interacted with senior officers of Indian Army and discussed ways and means to synergise and support the efforts of Army.
“He also reviewed the Op preparedness and appreciated the good work done by Helicopter Units in undertaking the Air Maintenance tasks. He advised all personnel to continue with Covid-19 precautions and work towards enhancing the combat capability through focused training,” Shillong-based defence PRO Wing Commander Ratnakar Singh said.
During the visit he also interacted with the aircrew of Apache Unit, which has been deployed in the Eastern sector for the first time.
