Pokhran (Rajasthan) [India], Feb. 16 -- Every weapon that was dispensed on Saturday during 'Exercise Vayu Shakti-2019' was a direct hit, speaking very highly of the professionalism of aircrew, said Indian Air Force Chief BS Dhanoa.

Earlier in the day, the IAF demonstrated its full spectrum combat and fire capabilities during 'Exercise Vayu Shakti-2019' in Pokharan firing range close to Indo-Pak border in Rajasthan.

The exercise, started at 5.20 pm, was performed in the presence of BS Dhanoa.

"Lot of it went behind the scenes; over 140 aircraft were operated from almost eight airfields. At any given time, 100 plus aircraft were airborne. They were orbiting at various places and making it within 10 to 15 seconds. Every weapon that was disp...