Squadron Leader Shivangi Singh: India's First Woman Rafale Pilot Breaking Barriers in the Indian Air Force

Oct 29, 2025 07:20 pm CST

Squadron Leader Shivangi Singh made history as India's first female Rafale pilot, serving with the elite 17 Squadron "Golden Arrows." After beginning her career with the MiG-21 Bison, she has flown critical border missions and represented India in international exercises, recently meeting President Droupadi Murmu following false Pakistani claims about her capture during Operation Sindoor.