IAF's Suryakiran Aerobatic Team performs over Meerut for the first time
On 19 and 20 September 2026, the Indian Air Force's Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) performed over Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, for the first time, drawing more than 1 lakh spectators.
Summary
The Suryakiran Aerobatic Team's first display over Meerut drew over 1 lakh people across two days, including students, NCC cadets and NSS volunteers. Three SKAT members, including two of the display pilots, are from Meerut. Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth watched the 20 September show and noted that SKAT has performed in over 800 airshows in India and abroad during its 30-year journey.
Key facts
- Team
- Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT), Indian Air Force
- Venue and dates
- Meerut, Uttar Pradesh — 19 and 20 Sep 2026 (first time)
- Spectators
- Over 1 lakh across two days
- Local link
- Three team members, including two display pilots, are from Meerut
- Record
- Over 800 airshows in its 30-year journey
Practice MCQs 3 questions
In September 2026, the IAF's Suryakiran Aerobatic Team performed for the first time over which city?
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Correct answer: B — Meerut
SKAT performed over Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, for the first time on 19 and 20 September 2026.
As per the Defence Ministry in September 2026, the Suryakiran Aerobatic Team has performed in roughly how many airshows in its 30-year journey?
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Correct answer: D — Over 800
SKAT has performed in over 800 airshows in India and abroad over 30 years.
Consider the following about the Suryakiran display at Meerut (September 2026): 1. The display was held on 19 and 20 September 2026. 2. The Suryakiran Aerobatic Team belongs to the Indian Navy. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The Suryakiran Aerobatic Team belongs to the Indian Air Force.