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The Crocodiles of No.125 Squadron

When India decided to go in for its first Helicopter Gunship, it was decided to go in for the Mil Mi-25, which was an export version of the famous Mi-24 Hind that saw much combat and action in Afghanistan, flying for the Russian forces. No.125 Helicopter Squadron was formed on 01 Nov 83 as the designated squadron for the Attack Helicopters. Initial training was done on other types and the first attack helicopters only came on 5th May 1984. The Task of the Squadron at the time of its inception was to evaluate the Aircraft for the various offensive roles. After comprehensive trails the Squadron was allotted the Anti Tank and SHBO Escort as its primary roles. In addition, it was to be employed in COIN ops, SAR as and when required. While the IAF operated the Squadron in the initial years, command and control of the unit was handed over to the Army in November 86. All Photos Copyright of No.125 Squadron, Indian Air Force

Date: 12/13/2013

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An Mi-25 flying close to the ground results in rising dust swirls. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 2239	A view of the wingman - two Mi-25s in flight somewhere in the western sector. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 2120	Two pilots return from a sortie - the Mi-25 in the background is one of the several that has undergone the Israeli upgrade program. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 2018
A visiting general to the squadron is briefed by the CO Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 1930	A head on shot of an Mi-25 Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 1947	The flight crew of an Mi-25 go over the mission details under the light of a night light. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 1895
Ground crew personnel and pilots pose by their steed. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 2013	Mi-25 at Ground station. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 2028	Fusing a bomb on a bomb loader before a mission - Note the flare dispensers on the rear of the fuselage. Also note the Northern Command patch worn by the driver - the Squadron is under the operational control of the Army. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 1896
An Mi-25 after powering up - ready for a mission. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 1843	A bombloader is driven into a truck Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 1889	Ground crew on stand by with a fire extinguisher as a Helicopter goes thru the grind before takeoff. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 2118
Tented accomodation for the squadron members on the frontline. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 1934	Marching past an Mi-26 and a camoflaged shelter. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 1973	Pilots and Ground Crew with the Mi-25 Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 1979
An Mi-25 seen in the sunset light. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 1931	A visiting Air Vice Marshal is shown the new Helmet worn by the pilots after the Hind Upgrade. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 1892	President Kalam is shown the new Night Vision Capability upgrades recieved by the Mi-25 Helicopters. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 1983
The Commanding Officer recieves the Northern Army Commander. Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 2109	NULL A bomb loader is used to carry a cylinder onto a truck Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 1984	NULL Airmen working with a bomb before loading Date: 12/13/2013 Views: 1985

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