Sat Dec 07 10:29:32 UTC 2024: ## Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team Meets Telangana Chief Minister Ahead of Hyderabad Airshow

**Hyderabad, December 7, 2024** – The Indian Air Force’s Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) met with Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy in Hyderabad today, ahead of their upcoming airshow. The team, led by Group Captain Ajay Dasarathi, is in the city to perform a spectacular aerial display over Hussain Sagar Lake on Sunday, December 8th, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. They already showcased their skills on Friday.

SKAT, established in 1996, comprises 12 pilots and nine Hawk Mk 132 aircraft performing intricate maneuvers in extremely close formation. The team’s impressive roster includes Group Captain Sidhesh Kartik as Deputy Leader, and Squadron Leaders Jasdeep Singh, Himkhush Chandel, Ankit Vashisth, Vishnu, Diwakar Sharma, Gaurav Patel, along with Wing Commanders Rajesh Kajla, Arjun Patel, Kuldeep Hooda, and Allen George. The technical team is headed by Wing Commander Abhimanyu Tyagi, supported by Squadron Leader Sandeep Dhayal and Flight Lieutenant Manil Sharma. The team’s leader, Group Captain Dasarathi, is a seasoned Su-30 MKI pilot. The public is eagerly anticipating Sunday’s show.

Read More