IAF Releases First-Ever Video of S-400 in Action Ahead of Vayu Shakti 2026

The S-400, which significantly strengthens India’s long-range air defence capability, has enabled the country to achieve its longest recorded air interception range. The system is now fully mission-ready and will play a key role in the upcoming demonstration, highlighting the IAF’s operational preparedness and technological edge.

This demonstration of the missile system provides a rare opportunity to witness large-scale aerial and ground combat capabilities on display.

Last year, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, PVSM, AVSM, highlighted the decisive role played by the S-400 air defence system during Operation Sindoor. Speaking on August 9, he revealed the extent of Pakistan’s aerial losses in the operation and how IAF’s S-400 had shot down at least five Pakistani fighter jets along with one large aircraft. The disclosure underscored the scale and effectiveness of the missile system during the conflict.