IAF retiring one MiG-21 squadron by September end, entire fleet to be phased out by 2025

Jul 29, 2022

New Delhi [India], July 29 : Amid recent crashes involving its vintage Russian combat aircraft fleet, the Indian Air Force is now going to...

IAF replaces MiG 21 fighter squadron at Uttarlai, re-equipped with Su-30 MKI

Oct 31, 2023

The Number 4 Squadron known as "Oorials" of the Indian Air Force (IAF) based at Air Force Station Uttarlai (Barmer), Rajasthan is converting...

IAF chief flies MiG-21, reviews operational readiness on western front

Aug 13, 2020

New Delhi [India], Aug 13 : Indian Air Force (IAF) chief RKS Bhadauria on Thursday flew Mig-21 Bison during a visit to a fighter...

IAF to retire MiG-21 on September 26, honouring six decades of distinguished service

Sep 20, 2025

With the MIG-21's retirement, the IAF closes a historic chapter in Indian military aviation. The aircraft leaves behind a record of unmatched service and...

MiG-21 Bisons fly for the last time over Barmer, IAF No 4 Squadron to get Su-30MKIs

Oct 31, 2023

The Indian Air Force is phasing out the MiG-21 squadrons and set to replace them with the indigenous LCA Mark-1A fighter jets.

IAF MiG-21 crashes in Rajasthan; Rescue op underway

May 08, 2023

An Indian Air Force MiG-21 crashed in Rajasthan's Hamumangarh district on Monday, defence sources said adding that the pilot is safe.