Chandigarh, Sept. 26 -- The Indian Air Force (IAF) bid an emotional farewell to its iconic MiG-21, the first supersonic jet in its fleet, at a ceremony held at Chandigarh Airbase today.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended the event, while Air Chief Marshal Amarpreet Singh piloted the jet's final flight.
The MiG-21, now destined for museums, first landed at Chandigarh Air Force Station in 1963, marking the start of its storied journey. The same year, its first squadron was established in Ambala.
The aircraft, nicknamed 'Panther,' was formally retired during a ceremony at Chandigarh, where the 23rd Squadron's last MiG-21 received a ceremonial water cannon salute.
The event featured a display by the Surya Kiran aerobatic team, with six...