| Aircraft | |
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| Registration / Serial: | KF104 |
| Aircraft Original Type: | Dassault Mirage 2000 |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Dassault Mirage 2000 |
| Aircraft Version: | Dassault Mirage 2000I Vajra |
| C/n (msn): | 34 |
| Operator Titles: | India - Air Force |
| Local Operator Name: | भारतीय वायु सेना |
| Unit Markings: | 7 Squadron "Battle Axes" |
| Location | |
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| City / Airport: | YelahankaMap |
| Country: | India |
| Airport Codes: | ICAO: VOYK IATA: - Local: - Other: - |
| Event: | Aero India 2021 |
| Photo Date: | 4 February 2021 |
| Photo by: | Arjun Sarup |
| Photo ID: | 345549 |
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Upgraded from the 'H' variant, this Mirage 2000I of No. 7 Sqn. "Battle Axes" stands on static display at Aero India 2021 on a hot day. Formed in 1942, the Squadron has been in the thick of things during World War II, 1965, 1971 and Kargil. It was the first IAF Squadron to be equipped with the Mirage 2000 or "Vajra" in 1985, named after the divine weapon of Indra. The Battle Axes proved decisive over Kargil in 1999 with their pinpoint bombing accuracy to destroy Pakistani positions on mountain tops. This photo is copyright © Arjun Sarup, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 18 March 2021, and has since been viewed 1398 times. |