Ashutosh Dixit takes over as Indian Air Force chief

Air Chief Marshal Ashutosh Dixit took charge as the new Chief of Air Staff on Saturday, succeeding Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, who retired after a 43-year career. Dixit is a fighter pilot with more than 3,500 flying hours on over 20 aircraft types. Singh received a ceremonial guard of honour at the Race Course Air Force Station before handing over command.