MIRAGE 2000
IAF to showcase 100 aircraft at Varanasi air show, 15-20 lakh spectators expected
The air show, organised to mark the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF), will showcase its operational capabilities, technological strength and aerial combat skills. Aircraft such as Rafale, Sukhoi-30MKI, MiG-29, Mirage 2000, Jaguar and indigenous light combat aircraft are expected to participate.
Fighter jet crashes in eastern France, killing at least 1 person
Late Tuesday, a Mirage 2000D fighter jet crashed in eastern France while on its return flight from a mission. Reports confirm one crew member has lost their life, while teams are actively searching for the second missing crew member. The crash site is located near Rogeville, approximately 18 km northwest of Nancy. Authorities are currently investigating the incident.
Indian Air Force turns 94 today, Kashi gets ready for aerial show
The Indian Air Force is celebrating its 94th anniversary on 8 October with upcoming aerial displays. The Central Air Command will host displays in Varanasi from 22 to 25 October, with a VIP stand at Namo Ghat. Citizens will have designated public viewing areas to witness the event. Detailed information regarding traffic arrangements and safety instructions will be posted through official channels.
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit appointed new Chief of Air Force, replacing Amar Preet Singh
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has been appointed as the new Chief of the Indian Air Force. He succeeds Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh after a long and distinguished career. Dixit has flown various aircraft and logged over 3,500 hours of flying. He is recognized for promoting indigenous aircraft projects, particularly the LCA Tejas. Air Marshal Dixit is expected to further advance the government's Aatmanirbharta initiative.
His father flew Mirage 2000 for Indian Air Force, son faced 3 years of auditions. Rani Mukerji's co-star shares unusual Bollywood journey
Tahir Raj Bhasin gained limelight with his debut film, the 2014 Rani Mukerji-starrer Mardaani. Despite playing an antagonist, the actor became a fan favourite and gained critical acclaim for his performance as Karan Walt Rastogi in the crime drama. Bhasin recently recalled how, despite coming from a family full of Air Force officers, he walked a different path.
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LCA Mk2, AMCA first flight dates confirmed: Defence Secretary reveals timeline for India’s next-gen fighter jets
India's LCA Mk2 medium weight fighter prototype is expected to fly by September 2027. The country's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft, or AMCA, is targeted for its first flight in September 2028. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh provided clear timelines for these military aircraft programs. Test flights are set to occur between June and September next year. These developments are crucial for enhancing India's air combat capabilities against regional threats.
US stealth fighter F-35 among global air assets to headline Exercise Tarang Shakti in Jodhpur
The Indian Air Force announced that seven foreign nations—including the US, France, Germany, Australia, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and the UAE—will participate in the second edition of Exercise Tarang Shakti at Jodhpur Air Force Station from September 26 to October 12. Marking its first participation in the multilateral air exercise, the US multi-role stealth fighter F-35 will feature alongside India's Rafale, Su-30 MKI, and Tejas aircraft in joint tactical maneuvers aimed at enhancing global interoperability.
Who is Jeetendra Mishra? Retired Air Marshal, Kargil veteran & Operation Sindoor hero selected as Ram temple trust’s CEO
Retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra will lead the Ram Mandir trust as its first chief executive officer (CEO). He was awarded the Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal for his distinguished service during Operation Sindoor. Mishra brings decades of military experience in strategic planning, operations and coordination to his new administrative role. The trust also appointed three new trustees at a recent meeting in Ayodhya.
Kargil: Mirage 2000, MiG-21s deployed under Op Safed Sagar turned tide of war in India's favour
Operation Safed Sagar utilized precision bombs, striking intruders at high altitudes. Mirage 2000 jets delivered a decisive blow, hastening enemy withdrawal from strategic heights. MiG-21s and MiG-27s also supported air operations during the Kargil conflict. Helicopters provided crucial casualty evacuation and transport aircraft supplied forward airfields. The IAF's role turned the tide of the war in India's favor.
Ukrainian Air Force Mirage 2000 fighter goes down, the crash site is far away from Russian frontlines
In a dramatic turn of events, a Mirage 2000 fighter jet belonging to the Ukrainian Air Force went down in Volyn Oblast during a routine training exercise. Fortunately, the pilot managed to eject safely, escaping the wreckage unharmed. Initial reports indicate that the crash stemmed from a malfunction in the aircraft's equipment.
France delivers first Mirage 2000 fighter jets to Ukraine: Minister
France has delivered the first batch of Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets to Ukraine, assisting Kyiv in defending its airspace against Russia. This delivery is part of France's military cooperation with Ukraine, which included training Ukrainian pilots for the aircraft over recent months.
India, Qatar discuss sale of Mirage 2000 fighters to IAF
A team from Qatar is in New Delhi to discuss the sale of Mirage 2000 fighters to the Indian Air Force, enhancing combat strength amidst retiring MiG fighters.
Sukhoi-30, Mirage 2000 fighter planes crash in Morena; Two pilots rescued, 1 killed
As per initial reports, there could be a possibility of a mid-air collision. However, it has not been confirmed by either the Indian Air Force or the local administration. Defense sources said an IAF court of inquiry will establish whether there was a mid-air collision or not. The two aircraft had reportedly taken off from the Gwalior air base where an exercise was going under way.
Mirage 2000 proved to be a 'game changer' in Kargil war: Senior IAF officers
India's technology was "superior" and the F-16 of the adversary that time were "ill-equipped," he claimed.
Targeting pods, laser-guided bomb system for Mirage 2000 was done for Kargil war: IAF chief
All 13 air-warriors on board the transport aircraft died in the crash in a heavily forested mountainous area in Arunachal Pradesh this month.
Why Mirage of ’80s is IAF’s ‘weapon of choice’
Armed with hastily rigged laser-guided bombs, the fighters had during the Kargil war launched strikes on Tiger Hill, Point 4388 and Muntho Dhalo with precision.
IAF Mirage 2000: The plane that pounded Jaish targets across LoC
India pounded multiple terror camps across LoC. Leading this offensive were 12 Mirage jets.
Landing of IAF's Mirage-2000 on Yamuna Expressway: India joins China, Pakistan with 'road runways'
Officers said the aim of the exercise was to activate road runways on different highways around the country.
Mirage 2000 fighter aircraft to be upgraded with multi-function displays
Mirage 2000 will be installed with multi-function displays under an Indo-French partnership, as part of a programme to enhance the operational life of fighters by around 20 years.
IAF's Mirage 2000 jet successfully test lands on Yamuna Expressway
The IAF has plans to activate more such stretches on highways in the future.
IAF wants highways that can be adapted for use as 'landing strips' in emergency
About eight highways have been identified in Rajasthan and Punjab, and it has been suggested that quite a few other stretches can be designed as landing strips.
Amid stalled fighter projects, upgraded Mirage-2000 cheers IAF
India has gone in for a mix of upgrades and inductions like Sukhoi-30MKIs to maintain its operational readiness against China and Pakistan.
India to get its first upgraded Mirage 2000 this month
India had in 2011 signed an upgrade programme worth over Rs 10,000 crore with Dassault Aviation for upgrading the fleet of its Mirage 2000 aircraft totaling 51.
Reactor of India's first indigenous nuclear submarine INS Arihant goes 'critical'
The capability to deploy submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs) is crucial since India has a declared "no first-use policy" for nuclear weapons.
IAF to procure two second-hand Mirage-2000 aircraft
Indian Air Force is planning to buy two second-hand Mirage 2000 combat aircraft to make up for the losses suffered by it in crashes earlier this year.
IAF's Mirage-2000 fighter aircraft restarts operational sorties
IAF's frontline Mirage-2000 fighter aircraft, have begun operational sorties following a detailed investigation of their systems and components.
IAF still in the dark about reasons behind Mirage 2000 crashes
IAF is struggling to find reasons behind the recent crashes of two frontline Mirage 2000 fighter planes due to which the entire fleet of 49 aircraft has remained grounded.
Cabinet Committee clears 950 million Euro deal to procure 500 air-to-air missiles for Mirage2000
The missiles would be deployed on 51 Mirage 2000 aircraft, which are already undergoing upgrades at French facilities under a Euro 1.47 billion deal.
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