Question : STATUS OF MIG-29



(a) whether the Government are aware that the performance of MIG-29 does not match with the requirement of IAF;

(b) whether the Russian manufacturers of MIG-29 have also accepted certain deficiency in the design of the aircraft; and

(c) if so, the remedial steps proposed to be taken in that regard?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF DEFENCE (SHRI GEORGE FERNANDES)

(a) MIG-29 is meeting the requirements of Indian Air force.

(b) No, Sir.

(c) Does not arise.