Sachin Tendulkar, who was made honorary Group Captain in 2010 attended the Air Force Day celebration on their 87th anniversary at the Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad on Tuesday,  He also paid tribute to the Indian Air Force (IAF).

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman led a MiG-21 Bison formation at Hindon Air Force Station on Tuesday. Sachin tweeted:" Wing Commander #AbhinandanVarthaman leading the flying parade in the MiG-21 Bison at the 87th Anniversary of the @IAF_MCC!
His spirit and courage is an inspiration to all of us. Had goosebumps seeing him lead the parade today.#AFDay19".