The Indian Air Force's Ilyushin Il-76MD heavy military transport aircraft has set a world record for its type of aircraft by landing at the world's highest airport—in the Himalayas.

The aircraft landed at Nyoma airbase, located at an altitude of 4,175 meters above sea level, the Indian Air Force said.

The record-breaking landing of this Il-76MD demonstrated the great capabilities of this Russian-designed aircraft, as well as the exceptional skill and professionalism of its crew, The Times of India reports.

Nyoma airbase is located near India's Line of Actual Control with China.