The Indian Air Force’s (IAF) tactical decisions during the 2019 Balakot air battle led many to wonder why MiG-21 Bison fighter jets were deployed against the more advanced Pakistani F-16s. Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman’s MiG-21 Bison was shot down during the battle, leaving many wondering whether deploying the MiGs during the dogfight was a wise […]
