Read on to know how he feels about his life in the Indian Air Force.
I have been working in the Air Force since February 1985. For me Air Force
brings together two extremes. One extreme offers me challenge, action and excitement
that is unheard of in any civilian job and the other extreme gives my family
and me, security and comfort.
Usually, my day begins at 5:30 A.M. with a health run, followed by work parade
and briefing for the day's tasks. Thereafter, I have my breakfast and report for
work at 7:30 A.M.
My job is to ensure that all equipment related to the fighter aircraft are
kept in a serviceable state. I have been trained to work on the Radars, which
are highly sophisticated and sensitive equipments. There is a tremendous sense
of satisfaction when I think that I am directly contributing to the safe flying
of our fighter aircraft.
My shift ends at 2:00 P.M. and at 5:00 P.M., I go for physical training and
sports. I usually spend the interim by taking a short nap and reading at one of
our libraries. We have access to a huge library with an extensive range of literature.
In fact, I have developed a fondness for reading after joining the Air Force.
Once I'm home all my time is spent with my wife and children. The Air Force
has taken very good care of my family. Both my children have won scholarships
sponsored by the Air Force, so they can now pursue further studies.
As I retire in bed, usually around 9:00 P.M., I have a feeling of satisfaction
and a sense of fulfilment with my day's work and look forward to another new day.
Living
amongst state-of-the-art technology, Sergeant PS Rao enjoys the challenge his
work offers. Presently posted at Air Force Station Bathinda, he works as a Radar
Fitter. An avid reader, he also enjoys watching cricket in his leisure time. 
