Archive · 1 Jun 2025
Air Marshal Khanna Assumes Command of Southern Air Command
Air Marshal Manish Khanna has taken over as the new leader of the Southern Air Command, responsible for important air operations.
He's a very experienced pilot with over 4,000 hours of flying time and has served in various roles.
He's received awards for his service and has been involved in training and air defense.
This new role is a significant promotion, putting him in charge of a major command center.
Air Marshal Manish Khanna assumed command of the Southern Air Command.
He has over 4,000 hours of flying experience.
He was commissioned on December 6, 1986.
Khanna has served in multiple roles and received awards.
The event took place on June 1, 2025, in Thiruvananthapuram.
- Who
- Air Marshal Manish Khanna.
- What
- Air Marshal Manish Khanna assumed charge as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief.
- When
- June 1, 2025
- Where
- Thiruvananthapuram, Southern Air Command.
- Why
- To assume command of the Southern Air Command.
- Officer
- Air Marshal Manish Khanna
- New Role
- Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief
- Command
- Southern Air Command (SAC)
- Date of Command
- June 1, 2025
- Flying Hours
- Over 4,000 hours
- Awards
- Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and Vayu Sena Medal
- Commissioned
- December 6, 1986