On May 29, 1999, one MI-17 helicopter of the base took off for a mission with Squadron Leader Rajiv Pundir as pilot, Flight Lieutenant S Muhilan as co-pilot, Sergeant PVNR Prasad as flight gunner and Sergeant R K Sahu as flight engineer.
While carrying out a rocket attack on the Tiger Hill in the Kargil Sector, the helicopter was shot down by the enemy, killing these air warriors.
Since then, May 28 is observed as Martyrs' Day every year at this station to honour these brave air warriors.
At the same time, four helicopters of the base took off for 'Missing Man Formation' in the sky, remembering the martyrs and showing gratitude towards them.
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