Mig 21 Aircraft
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MiG-21 farewell: What is Form 700 and why it is important for an aircraft | Explained
Explainers | September 26, 2025 23:13 ISTMiG-21 farewell: During the decommissioning ceremony of the MiG-21, the Form 700 was handed over to the defence minister by Air Chief Marshal Singh, marking the retirement of the aircraft.
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'National pride': Indian Air Force bids farewell to MiG-21 after six decades of service | In Pics
India | September 26, 2025 22:06 ISTThe legendary Russian-origin MiG-21 fighter jets, which was the backbone of the IAF for nearly six decades, flew through the skies for one last time on Friday before getting decommissioned. The aircraft's Operational Flying Culmination Ceremony was held at the Air Force Station in Chandigarh.
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From 1971 war to Op Sindoor, the iconic MiG-21 jet gave great strength to armed forces, says Rajnath
India | September 26, 2025 13:17 ISTThe Indian Air Force retired the MiG-21 fighter jet after nearly six decades of service in a ceremony held in Chandigarh. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised the aircraft's heroic role in wars and key operations, calling it a symbol of strength for the armed forces.
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MiG-21 retires today, know which aircraft to replace India's first supersonic fighter jet
India | September 26, 2025 14:17 ISTThe MiG-21 fighter jet retired after more than 60 years of service. At a farewell ceremony in Chandigarh, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh led the final flight. The indigenous Tejas, including its upgraded Mk1A variant, will replace the MiG-21.
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Who is Squadron Leader Priya Sharma? Meet the IAF woman pilot who led MiG-21 jet's final flypast
India | September 26, 2025 14:14 ISTThe Indian Air Force retired its legendary MiG-21 fighter aircraft at Chandigarh Air Force Station. Squadron Leader Priya Sharma made history as part of the final sortie. The farewell featured a grand flypast, a water cannon salute, and participation by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
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MiG-21 farewell: The iconic fighter jet flies into sunset after six decades of glorious service
India | September 26, 2025 11:29 ISTThe Indian Air Force bids farewell to the legendary MiG-21 fighter jet after six decades of service. From the 1965 and 1971 wars to the Balakot strike, here's a look at its glorious legacy as it takes its final flight in Chandigarh.
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MiG-21 fighter jets to be phased out in September by Indian Air Force
India | July 22, 2025 14:09 ISTThe MiG-21, which served as the backbone of the Indian Air Force for several decades, will now be replaced by the indigenously developed Tejas Mk1A fighter aircraft in safeguarding the nation's skies.
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Indian Air Force squadron bids adieu to MiG-21 Bison fighter jets in Rajasthan | WATCH
World | October 31, 2023 23:05 ISTEarlier, the Indian Air Force announced that it will buy 97 more LCA Tejas Mark 1A fighter jets and replace MiG-21 aircraft completely by 2025. The MiG-21 aircraft have been in the service of the IAF for more than six decades, and the phasing-out marks the end of an era.
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Air Force grounds MiG-21 fighter jets amid probe after Rajasthan crash
India | May 21, 2023 8:21 ISTThree people were killed after the MiG-21 aircraft crashed into a house in Hanumangarh shortly after it took off for a routine training sortie from the Air Force Station at Suratgarh on May 8.
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When Abhinandan Varthaman, flying MiG-21, shot down Pakistan's F-16 fighter jet
India | November 22, 2021 14:10 ISTAbhinandan’s Vir Chakra citation mentions that despite the enemy’s“immense numerical and technological superiority,” Wing Commander Varthaman proceeded to courageously engage the enemy aircraft package with utter disregard to his personal safety.'
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Abhinandan Varthaman flies Mig-21 with Air Chief Marshal Dhanoa | Watch the breathtaking moment
India | September 02, 2019 16:55 ISTAbhinandan was flying a MiG-21 Bison fighter during that dogfight and shot down after he took down a Pakistani F-16. Abhinandan ejected from his fighter jet after being shot and landed in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, where he was taken prisoner.
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Accidents cause worry for IAF's dwindling numbers
India | August 25, 2019 10:05 ISTIf depleting numbers in the fighter fleet of Indian Air Force (IAF) are a cause of concern, lack of procurement and delay in indigenous production are not the only reasons. India regularly loses aircraft in accidents and over the past five years, nearly one squadron has been lost to crashes.
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IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman, who shot down Pakistan's F-16, likely to be awarded Vir Chakra
India | August 08, 2019 9:32 ISTIndian Air Force Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman, a brave pilot, who shot down Pakistani F-16 jet during aerial combat on February 27 is likely to be awarded Vir Chakra, according to HT. Apart from Varthaman, other pilots who were part of the pre-dawn Balakot airstrikes will also get top military honours.
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India-Pakistan standoff intensifies: IAF pilot captured after air combat; Pak F-16 shot down, India loses a MiG-21
India | February 27, 2019 23:47 ISTThe stand off between India and Pakistan intensified on Wednesday even as the world continued to advise restraint while the two nations shot down each other's fighter jets.
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IAF MiG-21 aircraft crashes in Barmer, pilots eject safely
India | September 10, 2016 15:15 ISTA MiG-21 aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed in Rajasthan's Barmer district today.
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