On April 24, 2023, the sixth edition of Cope India-2023, an air exercise between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the United States Air Force (USAF), was held at the air bases at Kalaikunda, Panagarh, and Agra over the previous two weeks, came to an end.
Various Aircrafts Involved in the Exercise
Frontline IAF aircraft including the Rafale, Tejas, Su-30MKI, Jaguar, C-17, and C-130 participated in the drill. The USAF had sent the F-15 ‘Strike Eagle’ fighter, the C-130, MC-130J, C-17, and the B1B strategic bomber aircraft. Japanese Air Self-Defence Force pilots took part as observers as well. Through conversations, exchanges, and combined missions, this collaborative exercise gave participants from all countries an invaluable opportunity to share ideas and learn best practices.
During the exercise, cultural exchanges were also conducted to strengthen the bonds of friendship and solidarity. This exercise emphasizes the two Air Forces’ deep commitment to maintaining and strengthening their alliance, hence enhancing inter-nation cooperation between the world’s two largest democracies.
Previous Editions Of Cope India
The previous version of Exercise Cope India was held in India in December 2018 between the Indian Air Force and the US Air Force. From December 3 to 14, 2018, the exercise was set to take place for the first time at two Air Force facilities, Kalaikunda and Panagarh. The IAF flew Su-30 MKI, Jaguar, Mirage 2000, C-130J, and AWACS aircraft in the 2018 edition, while the USAF flew 12 F15 C/D and three C-130 aircraft.
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