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The Antonov AN-32 is the most reliable medium-lift transport plane in the Indian Air Force and has been an integral element of military logistics for over four decades, developed by the Soviet Union-based Antonov Design Bureau with India's specific needs in mind.

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India, Soviet Union, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Ladakh, Siachen Glacier

Who
Indian Air Force (IAF), Antonov Design Bureau, former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, Leonid Brezhnev
What
The Antonov AN-32 is the most reliable medium-lift transport plane in the Indian Air Force and has been an integral element of military logistics for over four decades, developed by the Soviet Union-based Antonov Design Bureau with India's specific needs in mind.
When
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 09:00:49 GMT · 3h 47m ago
Where
India, Soviet Union, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Ladakh, Siachen Glacier ·
Why
The AN-32 was acquired by the IAF starting in 1984 to replace aged transport fleets and perform maneuvers in harsh climatic conditions and high-altitude airfields.
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The Antonov AN-32 fleet has been crucial for India's military operations and humanitarian aid for over 40 years, demonstrating its resilience in challenging environments and playing a vital role in national security and disaster response within India and neighboring regions. The recent mention of its ongoing service underscores its continued importance.

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    The Antonov AN-32 is the most reliable medium-lift transport plane in the Indian Air Force and has been an integral element of military logistics for over four decades, developed by the Soviet Union-based Antonov Design Bureau with India's specific needs in mind.
  2. War & Conflict3h 47m ago
    An IAF AN-32 transport aircraft was involved in an accident at Jorhat airbase in Assam.
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  3. War & Conflict3h 54m ago
    An Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft crashed while landing at Air Force Station Jorhat in Assam, with the pilot feared dead.
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    A Russian-made Indian military transport plane crashed on June 13 while landing at an air force station.
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    A Russian-made Indian military transport plane crashed on June 13 while landing at an air force station.
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  6. War & Conflict6h 37m ago
    An Indian Air Force AN-32 aircraft crashed while landing in Assam's Jorhat district on Saturday.
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