India, Oct. 18 -- In a historic turn of events symbolising a colonial-era reversal, 'Top Guns' from the Indian Air Force (IAF) will soon train pilots of the Royal Air Force (RAF) under a landmark defence pact recently signed between India and the United Kingdom.

The "unprecedented" move, announced by Indian PM Narendra Modi will see Indian "top guns" teach British cadets how to fly Hawk T2 fast jets from October next year, reported The Daily Express.

A Joint Statement issued by India and the UK during British PM Keir Starmer's recent visit to Mumbai said: "In the context of cooperation on training, the two Leaders welcomed progress on an arrangement that will see Indian Air Force Qualified Flying Instructors integrated into UK Royal Air...