Pakistan’s F-16, J-17 fighter jets destroyed in Operation Sindoor, says IAF chief

Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh on Friday said Pakistan’s F-16 and J-17 fighter jets were destroyed in Operation Sindoor,

India launched Operation Sindoor with a clear aim and the termination of the conflict in quick time after the objective was met is a lesson for the world to learn from India, he said.

At a press conference ahead of the Air Force Day, the Air Chief Marshal said his force had drawn up 'Roadmap 2047' to enhance its combat capabilities.

Delving into various aspects of Operation Sindoor, he said it was a reflection of tri-services synergy.

Asked about Pakistan's losses during Operation Sindoor, he said, “In the air we have evidence of one long-range strike of Airborne Warning and Control System and four to five fighters, probably F-16 and J-17 jets.”

Pakistan's losses included radars, command and control centres, runways and hangars, he said.

In response to the April 22 Pahalgam attack, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, targeting terror infrastructure in territories controlled by Pakistan.

The strikes triggered four days of intense clashes that ended with an understanding on stopping the military actions on May 10.

To a question, the IAF chief said all three services have started working on the 'Sudarshan Chakra' air defence system. With agencies