The MiG-29's good operational record prompted India to sign a deal with Russia in 2005 and 2006 to upgrade all of its MiG-29s for US$888 million. Under the deal, the Indian MiGs were modified to be capable of deploying the R-77 /RVV-AE (AA-12 'Adder') air-to-air missile.

Nov 6, 2021 · It was his reference to the Indian upgrade of MiG-29 to UPGs standard where he directly said that the India MiG-29 UPG is the most advanced variant of Mikoyan Mig-29 ever built.

Aug 18, 2022 · Russia and India are working closely to ensure swift delivery of systems, including MiG-29UPG aircraft, to New Delhi. However, a shadow looms on scheduled deliveries after Russia launched an invasion of Ukraine in February.

Aug 13, 2024 · The Indian Air Force (IAF) is augmenting and upgrading its MiG-29 fleet to offset the depletion in its strike and air defense capability caused by the phasing out of the MiG-21 fleet, delays in indigenous programs like LCA MK2, AMCA, and acquisition of …

Feb 24, 2024 · In a significant development aimed at bolstering India’s air defence capabilities, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has greenlit a multimillion-dollar project for the acquisition of advanced engines and the extension of service life for its fleet of MiG-29 frontline fighter jets.

2 days ago · New Delhi, India - The Indian Air Force (IAF) ... Mirage-2000, and MiG-29 jets. The committee, headed by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, submitted its report to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, reinforcing the urgent need for new jets to keep up with India’s security requirements. The IAF wants these aircraft to start arriving in the ...

Oct 29, 2008 · The export ‘MiG-29K’ will feature a triplex digital fly-by-wire control system, with multiple-redundancy in all three channels and a mechanical back-up in roll-and-yaw channels. A proven control algorithm used in the analog-digital flight …

Aug 15, 2024 · India is considering the acquisition of 21 additional MiG-29 fighter jets from Russia. This move is part of a broader strategy to enhance the capabilities of the Indian Air Force (IAF) amid ongoing regional tensions, particularly with China.

2 days ago · India Hindi; Jaguar Mirage And Mig 29 Are Getting Old Indian Air Force Eyes Are On F 15 Strike Eagle Fighter Jet; जगुआर, मिराज और मिग-29 हो रहे ...

Dec 7, 2024 · The Indian Navy is set to rely on its MiG-29K fleet as the primary carrier-based fighter aircraft until the Twin Engine Deck-Based Fighter (TEDBF) enters service around 2035. This decision highlights the Navy’s approach to maintaining operational readiness while bridging the gap to the future generation of indigenous carrier-based fighter ...