Do military planes fly low?

In combat, many aircraft will operate at altitudes as low as 100 feet and at high airspeeds to defeat ground missile radars and avoid sophisticated surface-to-air missiles, anti-aircraft artillery, and enemy fighters.

What is the oldest plane in the Boneyard?

Those memories of flying and working on some of the greatest inventions know to man are brought back once one steps on the boneyard. It is an impressive sight, even to someone who may not be an aviation enthusiast. The oldest aircraft is a 1952 B-57.

What are the upgraded fighter jets of the Indian Air Force?

The upgraded fighter jets are to be equipped with new avionics system and MICS missiles. Very recently a new achievement was made by Indian Air Force when they test-landed one of Mirage 2000 to Yamuna Expressway near Delhi as trial for emergency landing on roads.

Which is the first supersonic fighter plane of India?

MIG 21 is the first supersonic fighter plane of India which was introduced as fleet of 8 planes in Indian Air Force in year 1962. MIG 21 has a glorious past and it is still used by more than 60 nations throughout the globe even after 50 years of its maiden flight.

What was the role of the Indian Air Force in Kargil?

Although the role of Indian Air Force during Kargil was limited as the government of India didn’t wanted to cross the LOC, still Mirage 2000 fighter planes made more than 500 shorties and used both traditional as well as laser guided bombs to destroy the enemy bunkers.

What are the different variants of MiG fighter jets?

This has three different variants – MIG 29 M, MIG 29 K and MIG 35. 29M is multiple role version while 29K is naval version. MIG 35 is the most advanced variant which has latest avionics and sensor and even the capability of mid air refuelling. Indian Air Force is the most prominent users of this fighter jet.