(Press
Release)
An
impressive Passing Out Parade of Permanent Commission & Short
Service Commission (Aeronautical Engineering Course) was held at the
Air Force Technical College (AFTC), Jalahalli in Bangalore today.
The
passing out parade marks the culmination of 74 weeks of training in
Aeronautical Engineering, Military Leadership, Managerial Skills and
Ethos of an air warrior. The batch comprises 150 officers, including
32 women officers and 10 international officers.
Air
Marshal Jagdish Chandra, Air Officer Commanding-In-Chief,
Headquarters Maintenance Command IAF graced the occasion as Chief
Guest & reviewed the Passing Out Parade.
In
his opening address, The Air Marshal emphasized the critical role of
Engineers in maintenance of Aircraft and ground based equipment, the
dignitary lauded their efforts in field of aviation and Aerospace
safety.
Treating
the service to nation as a challenge and a rare opportunity, he
advised the passing out officers to lead from the front and exhibit
highest professionalism while maintaining impeccable integrity with
unwavering commitment. Exhorting the young leaders to imbibe team –
spirit, meticulous preparation to assigned task and its flawless
execution.
He
awarded trophies and medallions to the officers who excelled in the
course. The prestigious ‘President’s Plaque’ for the best all
round officer and the Chief of Air Staff Medal for the best in
Electronics stream was awarded to Flying Officer Ajay Kumar and the
‘Vice President’s Sword’ for the second best all round officer
and Chief of Air Staff Medal for best in Mechanical stream was
awarded to Flying Officer Taresh Kumar.
