No. 101 Squadron IAF

No. 101 Squadron (Falcons) is a fighter squadron and is equipped with MiG-21M and based at Naliya Air Force Station.

History
101 Squadron was formed with the specific role of photo reconnaissance. Enjoying the place of pride in the Squadron crest is a trained hunting Falcon, the bird's keen eyesight, quick and sure kill ability symbolizes the role for which the Squadron was formed.

Assignments

 * Indo-Pakistani War of 1965
 * Indo-Pakistani War of 1971

Aircraft

 * Spitfire
 * Mig-21M