Valedictory Ceremony Instrument Rating & Examiners’ Course
Aircrew Examining Board (AEB) of the Indian Air Force marks a milestone with the successful completion of the 23rd Combined Instrument Rating Instructor and Examiner (CIRIE) course at Air Force Station Hindan.
By PIB Delhi
Aircrew Examining Board (AEB), which is entrusted to uphold the highest standards of flying in IAF, hosted a valedictory function for its 23rd CIRIE Course on 27 Feb 2026 at AFS Hindan. The prestigious six-week program of this CIRIE course underscores IAF’s unwavering commitment to excellence in aviation.
The ceremony was reviewed by Air Marshal Tejbir Singh, AVSM, VM, Director General (Inspection & Safety), whose vast operational experience added value to the occasion. Wg Cdr Deepak Awasthi, Wg Cdr Vishal Joshi & Wg Cdr Rohit Tiwari were felicitated by the reviewing officer for standing first in order of merit amongst aircrew from fighter, transport, and helicopter fleets.
The course, spanning six intensive weeks, comprised four weeks of ground training and two weeks of flying training. This blended approach ensured officers mastered the complexities of evaluating instrument flying, critical for modern air operations in adverse weather and tactical scenarios.
A diverse cohort of 40 officers graduated from this elite program. Participants included 32 officers from the IAF, two officers from the IA, two officers from the IN, and four officers from friendly foreign countries, namely Kenya, Uganda, and Madagascar. The exclusive course highlights increasing tri-service synergy and the IAF’s role as a global knowledge hub in the field of aviation.
