Archive · 15 Sep 2026
IAF Sarang Team Wows Egypt Before Farewell
The Indian Air Force has a special helicopter team called Sarang.
The team visited Egypt for an international airshow.
Its pilots flew ALH Dhruv helicopters in carefully planned formations.
They performed above El Alamein and near the Pyramids of Giza.
People in Egypt watched and cheered for the displays.
Air Marshal Yalla Umesh met the team during its visit.
The team and Egyptian hosts shared messages of friendship.
The Indian Embassy said the team left Egypt with warm memories.
The visit also showed the growing friendship between India and Egypt.
The Indian Air Force’s Sarang Helicopter Display Team performed aerial displays at Egypt’s El Alamein International Air and Space Exhibition.
The team flew four indigenously designed and manufactured ALH Dhruv helicopters in formation near the Pyramids of Giza.
The displays showcased precision, close-proximity flying, synchronized sequences and Indian aviation skills.
Air Marshal Yalla Umesh visited the team, interacted with its members and exchanged mementoes.
The Sarang team participated in the second El Alamein International Airshow from September 8 to 10 before departing Egypt.
- Who
- The Indian Air Force’s Sarang Helicopter Display Team, with a visit from Air Marshal Yalla Umesh.
- What
- The team performed aerial displays using ALH Dhruv helicopters and then bid farewell to Egypt.
- When
- The team participated in the airshow from September 8 to 10 and departed on Monday; the year is not specified.
- Where
- El Alamein International Airport and the skies above Giza, Egypt.
- Why
- To participate in the second El Alamein International Airshow and represent India while highlighting ties between India and Egypt.
- Team
- Indian Air Force Sarang Helicopter Display Team
- Aircraft
- Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv
- Event
- Second El Alamein International Airshow
- Event dates
- September 8 to 10
- Location
- El Alamein International Airport, Egypt
- Giza display
- A four-helicopter ALH Dhruv formation flew with the Pyramids of Giza as a backdrop
- Team distinction
- The Ministry of Defence described Sarang as the world’s only five-helicopter display team