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To recall, the Indian Air Force (IAF) had earlier temporarily grounded its fleet of around 50 MiG-21 fighter aircraft following the crash of one of the jets in Rajasthan's Hanumangarh. -- aaa
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) has temporarily grounded its fleet of around 50 MiG-21 fighter aircraft following the crash of one of the jets in Rajasthan’s Hanumangarh nearly two weeks ago, people familiar with the matter said on Saturday.
At present, the IAF has three MiG-21 squadrons with a total of around 50 aircraft, according to officials.
MiG-21 aircraft are currently undergoing technical evaluation and checks; they will be allowed to fly only after clearance by the teams concerned carrying out the scrutiny.