Iran Army Air Force drills begin in central country

According to the Army Air Force sources, all units and squadrons from the Iranian Army Air Force bases across the country, including fighters, transport planes and different types of drones will take part in the two-day drills.

The drills are aimed at simulating real battle scenes, General Massoud Roozkhosh said.

Roozkhosh said that the Iran Army Air Force maneuver is also aimed at upgrading the commanders' skill in planning and controlling the air operations, electronic warfare and testing their abilities to use innovative operational tactics during military engagements.

The drills display part of the Iranian Air Force combat power, the General said.

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