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505: All you want to know about ASTE & SDI of IAF

 

ASTE (Aircraft & System Testing Establishment)

 

 

This Establishment began as the Aircraft and Armament Testing Unit in 1957, responsible for flight testing of the Gnat aircraft. It has come a long way since its inception. Logically and steadily, the establishment expanded the scope of its activities to flight testing and operational evaluation of various armaments & airborne equipment. As an institution it trains test pilots and test engineers.
Today’s world of rapidity advancing technology places enormous responsibilities on the test crew. They are the vital link between the designers and the operators. Their work calls for an exceptional ability to correctly apply “theory” into solving the practical problems of the aircraft and its systems. These very aircraft and systems operate in some of the highest airfields, the hottest deserts and the densest jungles which span the length and breadth of our country.
Click on the link below to watch the video on ASTE (Nitin Gokhale in conversation with Commandant ASTE) hosted on Bharat Shakti

 

 

SDI (Software Development Institute)

 

Set up in 1992 and located in Bengaluru, the Software Development Institute of the Indian Air Force is considered a force behind the fire power. Its primary job is to develop software for all aviation platforms that the IAF inducts and upgrades from tome to time.

 

Click on the link below to watch the video on SDI (Nitin Gokhale in conversation with Commandant SDI) hosted on Bharat Shakti

https://youtu.be/C-z-YSi9zyg?si=N3_MOIw_jrUw3asX

 

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Nitin Gokhale and Bharat Shakti

 

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501: Lets Talk: Independence Day Special

 

I recorded this episode with Pankaj Sharma on his forum Let’s Talk for 78th Independence Day.

 

The Topic on the flyer is a bit misleading. Firstly no secrets were revealed and secondly we talked about many things besides Balakot and Doklam.

 

Introduction.

 

India as a country for the soldiers.

 

Journey through IAF.

 

Changes in Indian defence forces over last few decades.

 

India & Pakistan issues.

 

Challenges for India in coming years.

 

Role of defence forces in nation building.

 

Leadership lessons.

 

Message to the youth.

 

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Podcast – “Between Us”

 

“Join us on a captivating journey as we delve deep into the remarkable life and insights of former Vice Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Anil Khosla (Retd.), PVSM, AVSM, VM. From his illustrious career in the Indian Air Force to navigating the complex landscapes of Geopolitics, UN, NATO, and the intricate relationships between India and its neighboring nations, this conversation is a masterclass in leadership and strategic thinking. Discover the unseen threads that weave through the skies of camaraderie as Air Marshal Khosla shares anecdotes of squadron bonds and the importance of teamwork. And don’t miss out on unraveling the mystery behind his love for puzzles, offering a unique perspective on problem-solving and innovation. Tune in to gain invaluable insights and be inspired by the wisdom of a distinguished leader who has soared to great heights both in the skies and in life”.

– Santosh Kumar

 Podcaster, Speaker, Author

 

“Between us..” is a podcast hosted by Santosh Kumar.  He is a podcaster, speaker, a first time author. The idea of between us stems from the fact that every conversation matters. So using podcast as a medium, he bring people from diverse backgrounds, who have made an impact in every day lives,  engaging them in a meaningful conversation.

 

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