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EXERCISE PITCH BLACK 2024



  Jul 13, 2024

EXERCISE PITCH BLACK 2024



What is Exercise Pitch Black?
Exercise Pitch Black is a biennial warfare exercise hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). It focuses on practicing Offensive Counter Air (OCA) and Defensive Counter Air (DCA) combat in a simulated war environment.

Where is Exercise Pitch Black held?
The exercise is held in Northern Australia, primarily at RAAF Bases Darwin and Tindal.

When will Exercise Pitch Black 2024 take place?
The exercise is scheduled from July 12 to August 2, 2024.

Which aircraft is the Indian Air Force deploying for the exercise?
The IAF will operate Su-30 MKI multirole fighters, C-17 Globemaster, and IL-78 Air-to-Air refueling aircraft.

How many personnel are part of the IAF contingent?
The IAF contingent comprises over 150 personnel, including pilots, engineers, technicians, controllers, and other subject matter experts.

What is the significance of Exercise Pitch Black for the IAF?
The exercise offers an opportunity for force integration with participating nations and allows for the mutual exchange of best practices among the forces.

Additional Information:

• Event Overview: Exercise Pitch Black involves ‘red team’ and ‘blue team’ scenarios, simulating attacks and defenses, often in low light conditions.
• Objective: The exercise is designed to enhance the capabilities of participating forces in Offensive Counter Air (OCA) and Defensive Counter Air (DCA) combat.
• Indian Air Force Participation: An Indian Air Force (IAF) contingent landed at the RAAF base in Darwin to participate in the exercise.
• Aircraft and Equipment: The IAF will operate Su-30 MKI multirole fighters, C-17 Globemaster, and IL-78 Air-to-Air refueling aircraft during the exercise.


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