Abhinandan Varthaman
Officer in the Indian Air Force · India · On the map · Born 1983 · age 43
Group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman VrC is an Indian Air Force officer and fighter pilot. He flew a MiG-21 Bison during an aerial engagement on 27 February 2019, when his aircraft was shot down by the Pakistan Air Force.
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About this person
He was captured by the Pakistan Army after landing in Pakistani territory, approximately 7 km from the Line of Control. On 1 March 2019, he was released and returned to India.
Country
India
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Dates
Born 1983 · age 43