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IAF lands IL-76MD at 13,629-ft Nyoma airstrip as fleet's future faces uncertainty

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The Indian Air Force recorded a notable achievement by landing an IL-76MD transport aircraft at Nyoma, an airstrip sitting at 13,629 feet. The feat demonstrates the plane's ability to operate close to the Line of Actual Control. However, questions persist about keeping the IL-76 fleet operationally available and properly maintained. Authorities are evaluating ways to prolong the aircraft's service life. Possible measures under consideration include upgrading the engines and avionics.

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