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The IAF's first ever missing man formation was flown using three MiG-21s at a ceremony just after the Kargil War.
Missing Man formation :
One of the rare American customs to enterthe IAF recently is the flying of the “missing man” formation. This form of salute calls for a four aircraft formation to run in, in finger four, and as the formation comesin view of the saluting stand, No 3 peels off symbolizing the departing of the missing-man. As the formation crosses the saluting stand the empty slot is clearly visibleand the reviewing officer leads all present on the ground to salute all those men and women of the IAF who were lost in the line of duty
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IAF doesnt have female fighter pilot or in other combat roles.