Indian Air Force's MIG-21 fighter aircraft made one of its final flights today as the decommissioning ceremony of the fleet is underway. The MiG-21 fighter aircrafts, which were inducted into the Indian Air Force in 1963, will be decommissioned on September 26, almost after six decades of service.

The Indian Air Force will mark the end of an era by giving historic farewell to the iconic MiG-21 ‘Night 21.’ The legendary jet, symbolic of speed, power and unmatched service, guarded the skies for nearly 63 years.

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