The Indian Air Force’s MiG-21 fighter jets, India’s first supersonic fighter and interceptor aircraft, will take to the skies one final time on Friday (September 26). Inducted in the early 1960s, the jet propelled the IAF into the modern jet era, leaving behind a storied legacy filled with milestones and memories.

On September 26, the IAF will bid farewell to its iconic MiG-21 fleet. The longevity of this Soviet-era fighter, despite its chequered history, reflects both its enduring utility and the persistent challenges faced by the Indian Air Force.

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IAF bids goodbye to MiG-21

The last two operational MiG-21 squadrons — No. 23 (Panthers) and No. 3 (Cobras) — comprising around 36 jets, will be decommissioned in Chandigarh d

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