SciencePhoto: NDTV BusinessIAF's IL-76 Aircraft Lands at World's Highest Altitude in Nyoma
On November 7, 2026, the Indian Air Force's IL-76MD heavy-lift transport aircraft made history by successfully landing at Nyoma air base in eastern Ladakh, situated at an altitude of 13,629 feet. This marks the highest-altitude landing ever achieved by this aircraft worldwide, showcasing the crew's skill and reinforcing India's strategic airlift capabilities.
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