A fresh batch of three Rafale fighter jets landed in India on Wednesday evening after flying non-stop from France, in a further boost to the air power capability of the Indian Air Force.

The aircraft were provided mid-air refuelling by air force tankers of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the IAF said.

“Three Rafale aircraft arrived in India a short while ago, after a direct ferry from Istres Air Base, France. IAF deeply appreciates the support by UAE Air Force for in-flight refuelling during the non-stop ferry,” the IAF said.

The first batch of five French-made multirole Rafale fighter jets had arrived in India on July 29 last year.