The MiG-29 “Fulcrum” is a stalwart interceptor of the Indian Air Force and Navy
It stands as the first Soviet fighter that prioritized extreme manoeuvrability over straight-line performance and pilot initiative over strict ground control
Remarkably, even after the dissolution of the Soviet Union, it has retained its high demand and continues to be a popular choice
The aircraft has a virtual-delta wing with large forward fairings, twin fins and prominent air intakes for the twin RD-33 turbofans
Most MiG 29 do not have fly-by-wire controls, unlike their Western contemporaries
Its radar can track ten targets up to 245 km / 152 miles away and enables look-down-shoot-down capability
The Russian Air Force has upgraded some MiG-29s to MiG-29SMT standard by increasing the range and payload
With exceptional performance, state-of-the-art avionics, and versatile multi-role capabilities, the MiG-29Ks significantly enhance the Indian Navy’s operational reach