Group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman Leaves IAF To Join Regional Airline Fly91
· India · Zee News, The Hindu, NDTV
Group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman has left the Indian Air Force and joined regional carrier Fly91. He gained national prominence during the 2019 LoC aerial dogfight when he shot down a Pakistani F-16 fighter jet before his own MiG-21 Bison was downed. He was subsequently captured by Pakistan and released days later as a peace gesture. During his captivity, he was awarded the Vir Chakra for his bravery and composure under fire. The report does not specify his exact role or title at Fly91.
Why it matters
The transition of a decorated military hero into civil aviation marks a notable career shift into the commercial airline sector.
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