In the 1930s, the approaching threat and later advent of World War II and the leaning of Japan towards the Axis powers, the latter was considered as a potential enemy.

Therefore, need was felt to make IAF a self-supporting force for the South Eastern Theatre of war.

With this expansion, the requirement of pilots and technical personnel increased.

748,[2] the Basic Flying Training School and the Air Force Administrative College.

The Hawk Operational Training Squadron and Weapon System Operators' School are located at Bidar Air Force Station which flows the Hawk Mk 132 trainer aircraft.