First time participation of Indian Air Force with eight SU-30 MK-I fighters, two IL-78 mid-air refueling aircraft and one IL-76 transport aircraft. Also first-time participation of six F-15K fighters of the South Korean Air Force.

Indian Air Force Ilyushin IL-78 MK1 tanker

Indian Air Force Sukhoi SU-30 MK-1 fighter

Four Indian SU-30 in close formation. Photo: Jeff Gregos

Indian Air Force IL-76MD transporter. Photo: Jeff Gregos

South Korean Air Force F-15K Slam Eagle (F-15E Strike Eagle, modified for export)

French Air Force Dassault Rafale multi-role fighter