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Rajya Sabha
A total of 157 Indian Air Force pilots have been killed in MiG crashes since 1971-72 to 2004-05 (upto 24th November 2004). A total of 40 civilians have been killed in these crashes. The regularized financial loss in respect of these MiG aircraft crashes is Rs17,71,70,60,026/-.
A continuous and multi-faceted effort is always being undertaken in the Indian Air Force to enhance and upgrade flight safety. Measures to enhance the quality of training to improve the skill levels, ability to exercise sound judgement and situational awareness of pilots are being pursued.
Constant interaction with Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. and Original Equipment Manufactures (OEMs) of concerned countries are also pursued to overcome the technical defects of aircraft. Besides, anti-bird measures are also undertaken.
This information was given by the Defence Minister Shri Pranab Mukherjee in a written reply to Shri Datta Meghe in Rajya Sabha today.
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