49th Higher Air Command Course concludes at College of Air Warfare, Secunderabad
The Hindu
The 49th Higher Air Command Course concludes at Secunderabad, emphasizing joint operations and awarding top-performing officers.
The valedictory function of the 49th Higher Air Command Course (HACC) was held at the College of Air Warfare in Secunderabad on April 1 (Wednesday), marking the culmination of a key professional military education programme for senior officers of the armed forces.
The course, which commenced on June 23, 2025, saw participation from officers of the rank of Group Captain and their equivalents from all three services. The programme is designed to prepare officers for senior command and staff appointments by strengthening their understanding of the operational and strategic employment of aerospace power, integrated military operations, and broader elements of national power.
Manish Khanna, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of the Southern Air Command, attended the event as the Reviewing Officer. In his valedictory address, he underscored the importance of jointmanship and integration among the armed forces.
Among the awardees, Group Captain Danpreet Paul Singh Bali received the Air Chief Marshal LM Katre Trophy for Best Overall Performance. Colonel S. Pradeep was awarded the Commandant’s Trophy for Excellence in Academics as well as the Air Marshal KB Singh Trophy for the Best Individual Research Paper.
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