Indian Air Force Bheem formation during Republic Day flypast rehearsal, in Delhi

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The Indian Air Force (IAF) "Bheem" formation during a Republic Day flypast dress rehearsal in New Delhi, India. The formation features a Boeing C-17 Globemaster III heavy-lift transport aircraft flying in the centre, escorted by two Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter aircraft. White condensation trails are visible behind the escort fighters during the aerial display. A flypast formation prepared for the annual Republic Day celebrations.