29 Squadron AF was raised at Halwara on 10 Mar 58 equipped with the Toofani. Over 60 years, the Squadron has operated from Kalaikunda, Tezpur, Hindon, and Jamnagar flying the Toofanis, MiG-21 FL, MIG-21 M and MiG-27 ML aircraft. In 1967 it was re-equipped with the Mig-21 FL . Sqn moved to Jodhpur on 23 April 73, redeployed to jamnagar in May 75, moved to Jodhpur in 1997. In May 2007, the Squadron was re-equipped with state-of-the-art MiG-27 UPG aircraft and is currently located at Jodhpur. During the 1971 Indo-Pak war, the unit achieved 04 air to air kills and carried out reconnaissance missions deep inside enemy territory providing valuable and vital intelligence. For its achievements, the Sqn was awarded the coveted Battle Honours for Air Defence by the President of India. The unit was awarded the unit citation for its glorious service to the nation on 08 Oct 12. The emblem of the Squadron depicts a black Scorpion. The Scorpion with its offensive posture and deadly sting coiled up symbolizes the qualities of lethality, aggression, strength and courage that are characteristics of every member of the Scorpio clan. The Sqn motto "Sadaiva Sachet" meaning "Ever Alert" aptly describes the vigilant role played by this fighting unit.