IAF's Sarang helicopter team reaches Egypt for El Alamein International Airshow
On 6 September 2026, the Indian Air Force's Sarang Helicopter Display Team reached Egypt to take part in the 2nd El Alamein International Airshow, held from 8 to 10 September 2026.
Summary
The Indian Air Force's Sarang Helicopter Display Team reached Egypt on 6 September 2026 to take part in the 2nd edition of the El Alamein International Airshow at El Alamein International Airport from 8 to 10 September 2026. Sarang is the world's only five-helicopter display team and flies the indigenously designed and built Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv. The team will perform its signature 'Dolphin Leap' manoeuvre and a new manoeuvre called the Spot Stall Turn. The Ministry of Defence said the participation reflects growing defence and diplomatic ties between India and Egypt.
Key facts
- Team
- Sarang Helicopter Display Team, IAF
- Event
- 2nd El Alamein International Airshow, Egypt, 8–10 Sep 2026
- Aircraft
- ALH Dhruv (indigenous)
- Distinction
- World's only five-helicopter display team
- Manoeuvres
- 'Dolphin Leap'; new 'Spot Stall Turn'
Practice MCQs 3 questions
The IAF's Sarang Helicopter Display Team flies which helicopter?
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Correct answer: A — ALH Dhruv
Sarang flies the indigenously designed and manufactured Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv.
Consider the following statements about the Sarang team's visit to Egypt in September 2026: 1. Sarang is the world's only five-helicopter display team. 2. The El Alamein International Airshow 2026 was the event's first edition. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The 2026 airshow was the 2nd edition of the El Alamein International Airshow.
Which new manoeuvre was the Sarang team set to present at the El Alamein International Airshow 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Spot Stall Turn
Besides its famous 'Dolphin Leap', the team was to present a new manoeuvre called the Spot Stall Turn.