The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 (Russian: Микоян и Гуревич МиГ-21; NATO reporting name: Fishbed) is a supersonic jet fighter and interceptor aircraft, designed by the Mikoyan-Gurevich Design Bureau in the Soviet Union.

Mar 8, 2022 · MiG-21 (Fishbed, Vikram, Trishul, Mongol) and the innumerable variants in Indian Air Force long service history have consistently been a conundrum for enthusiasts. This post attempts an (over)simplified evolution of the MiG-21 types in IAF service.

Oct 25, 2023 · The IAF has announced that the venerable MiG-21 will be retired in 2025 being replaced by the Tejas. The MiG-21 will participate in a public flypast one last time on 8th October 2023 at the 120 aircraft flypast to be held over Prayagraj.

Sep 21, 2020 · This is a story that traces MiG 21’s history with Indian Air Force (IAF) and impact from a developmental perspective rather than an operational one. How the legend was born into IAF.

Nov 1, 2023 · The IAF bid farewell to the MiG-21 Bison aircraft in a historic ceremony in Rajasthan, marking the end of its service. The fighter jet, which was first inducted in 1963, has served the country well. But its legacy is marred with crashes and has earned it …

Sep 17, 2014 · The MiG-21’s sheer numbers made it the mainstay of the IAF’s combat fleet for around three decades, despite the induction of more modern aircraft such as the Dassault Mirage 2000, the MiG-29 and the Su-30 MKI.

Mar 5, 2023 · Ministry of Defence spokesperson at Gujarat Wing Commander Manish tweeted last night, “MiG-21, a legendary fighter in service since 1963 and first supersonic aircraft in IAF, completed 60 years today and continues to serve the nation.”

The MiG-21 has been a prominent fixture in the Indian Air Force (IAF) for over six decades, serving as a symbol of strength and resilience. As the IAF bids farewell to this legendary aircraft, we reflect on its remarkable history and the significant role it has played in India’s defense.

The MiG-21 was first flown by IAF pilots in USSR in 1962 and inducted in Sqn strength as Type 74 aircraft the next year. Flying the Type 74 was a nightmare. Pilots had to don pressure suits for each and every sortie, making them look like cosmonauts.

Apr 9, 2024 · The MiG-21 has been the IAF's steadfast fighter for over half a century, seeing action in multiple wars and skirmishes. It has played a crucial role in safeguarding Indian airspace and executing ground attack missions.