The MiG-21 Bison aircraft bid farewell in a historic ceremony in Rajasthan, marking the end of their service and the beginning of a new era for the Indian Air Force. These aging aircraft, serving for six decades, will be replaced by the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mark-1A. The transition reflects the IAF s commitment to modernization and safety. Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhary revealed plans to retire all MiG-21s by 2024.
India News: The Number 4 Squadron known as 'Oorials' of the Indian Air Force (IAF) based at Air Force Station Uttarlai (Barmer), Rajasthan is converting from the
The IAF s Uttarlai (Rajasthan) based 4 Squadron has been operating various types of MiG 21 for 57 years and was one of the last three remaining units operating the Bison version of the aircraft. The two remaining MiG 21 Bison squadrons are expected to phase out the fighters by 2025.