Hyderabad, Dec 19 (IANS): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday called upon the flight cadets of various Indian Air Force (IAF) branches who have completed pre-commissioning training to update knowledge in all technologies and military strategies.

"I suggest you to learn from history, know the present and prepare for the future," said Singh during their combined graduation parade (CGP).

He said the IAF is working as a force multiplier and highlighted that the defence forces in Ladakh are equipped with necessary weapons, equipment, clothes and ration with full contribution from the Indian Air Force.

Singh was the chief guest as well as reviewing officer of the passing out parade at the Air Force Academy in Dundigal near Hyderabad.

He conferred the 'President's Commission' to the graduating trainees.

The cadets were also presented with 'wings' and 'brevets' on successfully completing the flying and navigation training, respectively.

'Wings' were also presented to officers from the Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard and officers from friendly foreign countries on successfully completing their flying training at the academy.

As part of the event, an acrobatic display of SU-30 aircraft, Surya Kiran aerobatic team, Sarang Helicopter display team, Pilatus PC-7 trainer and fly past by formations of PC-7, Kiran and Hawk aircraft have been scheduled.

The Autumn CGP term, 206th course, happens to be the 100th course to pass out from the academy.

AFA will celebrate golden jubilee in 2021 on completing 50 years of its inception since January 16, 1971.