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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.
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Get item URLs An Mi-25 seen in the sunset light. Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 1079 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]	Get item URLs The Commanding Officer recieves the Northern Army Commander. Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 766 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]	Get item URLs President Kalam is shown the new Night Vision Capability upgrades recieved by the Mi-25 Helicopters. Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 846 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]
Get item URLs A visiting Air Vice Marshal is shown the new Helmet worn by the pilots after the Hind Upgrade. Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 940 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]	Get item URLs The flight crew of an Mi-25 go over the mission details under the light of a night light. Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 1091 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]	Get item URLs A head on shot of an Mi-25 Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 1413 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]
Get item URLs A visiting general to the squadron is briefed by the CO Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 751 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]	Get item URLs 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 Aug 06 Views: 1700 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]	Get item URLs A view of the wingman - two Mi-25s in flight 'somewhere in the western sector'. Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 1470 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]
Get item URLs An Mi-25 flying close to the ground results in rising dust swirls. Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 1339 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]	Get item URLs Tented accomodation for the squadron members on the frontline. Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 719 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]	Get item URLs Ground crew on stand by with a fire extinguisher as a Helicopter goes thru the grind before takeoff. Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 958 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]
Get item URLs A bombloader is driven into a truck Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 783 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]	Get item URLs A bomb loader is used to carry a Air to Ground missile onto a truck Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 784 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]	Get item URLs An Mi-25 after powering up - ready for a mission. Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 1303 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]
Get item URLs 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 Aug 06 Views: 805 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]	Get item URLs Mi-25 at Ground station. Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 678 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]	Get item URLs Ground crew personnel and pilots pose by their steed. Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 752 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]
Get item URLs Fusing a bomb before loading Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 890 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]	Get item URLs Marching past an Mi-26 and a camoflaged shelter. Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 968 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]	Get item URLs Pilots and Ground Crew with the Mi-25 Date: 12 Aug 06 Views: 903 Show URLs + Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the item: [TMB] Show image directly: [IMG] Show a clickable thumbnail linking to the original: [TMB]