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Dive into the evolution of the Mig 29, from its inception as a heavyweight fighter to its role as a nimble air superiority craft. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of the Mig 29 in the Indian Air Force, from its crucial role during the Kargil conflict to its latest upgrade, the UPG variant. Discover how this upgrade has transformed the Mig-29 into a formidable force, boasting enhanced range, cutting-edge avionics, and superior combat capabilities. With insights into its advanced weaponry integration and ongoing development, witness why the Mig-29 UPG stands as India's ultimate airborne defender, earning its title as the "Smokey Bandit" of the skies.


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Dive into the evolution of the Mig 29, from its inception as a heavyweight fighter to its role as a nimble air superiority craft. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of the Mig 29 in the Indian Air Force, from its crucial role during the Kargil conflict to its latest upgrade, the UPG variant. Discover how this upgrade has transformed the Mig-29 into a formidable force, boasting enhanced range, cutting-edge avionics, and superior combat capabilities. With insights into its advanced weaponry integration and ongoing development, witness why the Mig-29 UPG stands as India's ultimate airborne defender, earning its title as the "Smokey Bandit" of the skies.


still pretty, even with that ugly hump :love:
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Maritime Strike Jaguar with AGM-84L Harpoon Block-II

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Dive into the evolution of the Mig 29, from its inception as a heavyweight fighter to its role as a nimble air superiority craft. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of the Mig 29 in the Indian Air Force, from its crucial role during the Kargil conflict to its latest upgrade, the UPG variant. Discover how this upgrade has transformed the Mig-29 into a formidable force, boasting enhanced range, cutting-edge avionics, and superior combat capabilities. With insights into its advanced weaponry integration and ongoing development, witness why the Mig-29 UPG stands as India's ultimate airborne defender, earning its title as the "Smokey Bandit" of the skies.


still pretty, even with that ugly hump :love:
Any Idea if there might be any more upgrades like the Planned Super Flanker Program? Or is it going to be decommissioned soon?
 

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Any Idea if there might be any more upgrades like the Planned Super Flanker Program? Or is it going to be decommissioned soon?
No idea, my best guess would be they're to be decommissioned in around a decade from now ?
 

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Any Idea if there might be any more upgrades like the Planned Super Flanker Program? Or is it going to be decommissioned soon?

No idea, my best guess would be they're to be decommissioned in around a decade from now ?
Unlikely to upgrade the Mig-29s'. IN seems to be getting the Rafale-M and IAF's love for foreign maal will only want them get more Rafales. Hopefully, GoI doesn't screw up like the Mirage 2k and actually sets up a production line for the combined requirement of IN and IAF
 

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Correction, it appears the HPR that was cleared for procurement now is an interim one, Israeli IP manufactured by L&T.

The indigenous HPR (ground based version of LRMFR) is probably still a few years away.
 

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If Sudarshan means the same in Hindi as it in Bangla, who on earth would name a CIWS 'pretty'? (🤣)
Indian missiles and weapons systems are mostly derived from Sanskrit scriptures.
In Sanskrit, "Su" means good or auspicious and "Darshan" means vision translating Sudarshan to Auspicious Vision. As per ancient Hindu scriptures, one of Lord Vishnu's weapon is a Sudarshan Charkra and it must've something to do with it too
 
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