Organization
The Surya Kiran team were conferred squadron status in 2006, and presently have the designation of 52 Squadron, Air force ("The Sharks"). The parent base for the SKAT is Bidar Air Force Station. The AOC of AFS Bidar serves as the guardian for the Squadron when it is at base or touring. AFS Bidar is one of the main training bases for IAF pilots, and operates numerous Kiran Mk.2 aircraft and the IAF's new Hawk Trainer Aircraft.
The available maintenance and repair infrastructure at Bidar suffices the maintenance requirements of the Suryakiran team. The team has four engineering officers who lead a team of air warriors posted to the unit.
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