January 12, 2026 03:28 am (IST)
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Sea Harriers give way to MIG-29K fighter aircraft
Panaji, May 11 (IBNS) The illustrious Sea Harriers of Indian Naval Air Squadron (INAS 300) were given a befitting farewell in a function organised at INS Hansa, Goa on Wednesday.
Speaking on the occasion Admiral RK Dhowan, Chief of the Naval Staff, lauded the stellar role played by the squadron and said that the rich legacy would continue as the baton is being passed on to the young crew of the MiG 29K squadron who have seamlessly integrated the fighters with INS Vikramaditya in the shortest possible time.
The function was also attended by Vice Admiral Sunil Lanba, Flag Officer Commanding in Chief Western Naval Command, serving and retired officers and men of the Indian Navy and all personnel who have served in the INAS 300.
In appreciation of the faithful service to the nation by INAS 300 ‘White Tigers’,an impressive ceremony was held which saw the Sea Harriers fly for one last time, and MiG-29K flanking their outgoing cousins and ceremoniously taking their place.
The air display included supersonic pass by MiG 29s and formation flying by two each Sea Harriers and MiG 29Ks.
On completion of the Air display, ”washing down of the Sea Harriers” was carried out in a traditional manner.
A first day cover was also released by Admiral RK Dhowan to mark the occasion.
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