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MiG-21
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September 13, 2025
Legacy of MiG-21: India's enduring warrior of the skies
MiG-21, the most-produced supersonic fighter, has been a cornerstone of the Indian Air Force for over six decades, demonstrating incredible versatility from the 1971 Dacca bombing to downing an F-16 in 2019. Despite early operational challenges and a controversial "flying coffin" nickname, its adaptability and long service have cemented its legacy as a pivotal aircraft in Indian military aviation
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September 13, 2025
MiG-21: The untold story of its pioneer M. Bhaskaran
Mondan Bhaskaran, an unsung hero of Indian aviation, was instrumental in establishing India's indigenous MiG-21 manufacturing capability. His journey, sparked by an incident with Arjan Singh during WWII, led him to engineer India's first supersonic fighter jet factory at Nasik
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September 13, 2025
MiG-21: A pilot's emotional farewell to a legendary fighter jet
Group Captain (Retd) Arvind Thapliyal on what he learnt from flying the MiG over jungles, mountains and valleys, and sea and deserts for 24 years
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