About Dilbagh Singh
Lived 1926 – 2001 (aged 74). Dilbagh Singh was an Indian diplomat and aircraft pilot.
Air Chief Marshal Dilbagh Singh, PVSM, AVSM, VM (10 March 1926 – 9 February 2001) was the head of the Indian Air Force from 1981 to 1984, as Chief of the Air Staff. He was the second Sikh to hold that position.
Dilbagh Singh was commissioned as a pilot in 1944. His operational flying career spanned the Spitfire to introducing the MiG-21 into service in India. He had earlier made the first official "supersonic bang" over India in New Delhi when the Mystere IV-A was showcased in a public demonstration.
He was India's ambassador to Brazil from 1985 to 1987. He was a student of pandit Buta Ram of Rahon. His visit to Rahon to visit his teacher when he was Air Marshal is still remembered. He inspired scores of youngsters from Rahon and Nawanshahar region to join defense forces
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Who was Dilbagh Singh?
Indian air marshal (1926-2001)
When was Dilbagh Singh born?
Dilbagh Singh was born on 10 March 1926 in Gurdaspur district.
When did Dilbagh Singh die?
Dilbagh Singh died on 9 February 2001 in Dehradun, India, Uttarakhand.
What was Dilbagh Singh's occupation?
Dilbagh Singh was a diplomat and aircraft pilot.
What nationality was Dilbagh Singh?
Dilbagh Singh was Indian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dilbagh Singh. https://biography.guide/dilbagh-singh/
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