How Nyoma airbase boosts India’s military readiness on China border: Why IAF’s highest-ever IL-76 landing matters
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An Indian Air Force IL-76MD has landed at Nyoma airbase in eastern Ladakh at 13,629 feet, setting a world record for the highest-altitude landing by an aircraft of its class. Located around 25 km from the China border, the airbase strengthens India's strategic airlift capabilities.