![]() Air Marshal Fali Homi Major was promoted to the rank of Air Marshal in 2004 and was appointed to the HQ of Integrated Defense Staff as the Deputy Chief. During this time he was responsible for the relief, rescue and rehabilitation operations of the Indian Air Forces. In 2005, Fali Homi Major was promoted to the rank of Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, and was appointed in the Eastern Air Command. During this time he successfully executed three main international air exercises with the United States Air Force, Royal Singapore Air Force and the French Air Force. Fali Homi Major was awarded the 'Param Vishisht Seva Medal' by the President of India on 26 Jan 2006.He commanded the IAF's first Mi-17 Squadron, over Siachen Glacier which is the World's highest battlefield. The President of India conferred him with 'Param Vishisht Seva Medal' in 2006. He assumed the charge of the Chief of the Air Staff on 31st Mar 07 Air Marshal Fali Homi Major graduated from National Defence College, New Delhi, and the Army War College, Mhow.Apart from that Fali Homi Major did several courses including Higher Command Course, Jungle and Snow Survival Course etc.He was appointed as a the honorary ADCs of the Supreme Commander. Fali Homi Major is very keen to sports .He is very good golfer and a cricket fan. |