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The recent MiG-21 crash in Rajasthan that killed three villagers serves as a grim reminder of the tragic state of the aircraft. The MiG-21 has been in service with the Indian Air Force (IAF) since 1963, longer than any other aircraft. Over the years, it has acquired nicknames such as “Flying Coffin” and “Widow Maker” … Read more
The Indian Air Force is currently facing a significant challenge with its ageing fleet of fighter jets. Many of the IAF’s current fighter jets, such as the MiG-21 have been in service for decades and are well past their expected lifespan. As these aircraft continue to age, maintenance costs increase, and their operational readiness decreases, … Read more
Indian Air Force chief B.S. Dhanoa on Thursday flew solo in a Mig-21 fighter jet, the oldest fighter aircraft in the IAF’s inventory, a defence statement said. Air Chief Marshal Dhanoa flew the Mig-21 Type 96 aircraft from the IAF base at Uttarlai, a forward base in Rajasthan, where he began a three-day visit, his … Read more