No. 18 Squadron IAF

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:Mikoyan_Mi_G-23
gptkb:Mikoyan_Mi_G-21
gptkbp:aircraft_role reconnaissance
air superiority
ground attack
gptkbp:aircraft_type gptkb:fighter_aircraft
gptkbp:base gptkb:Ambala_Air_Force_Station
gptkb:Gwalior_Air_Force_Station
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Captain
gptkbp:conflict gptkb:Indo-Pakistani_War_of_1971
gptkb:Kargil_War
gptkb:Indo-Pakistani_War_of_1965
gptkb:Operation_Vijay
gptkbp:established_in gptkb:Indian_Air_Force
gptkbp:headquarters gptkb:Gwalior
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label No. 18 Squadron IAF
gptkbp:insignia Squadron Crest
gptkbp:is_active_in 1951
gptkbp:motto Asha Shakti
gptkbp:nickname The Flying Bullets
gptkbp:operational_status active
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Indian_Air_Force
gptkbp:role gptkb:fighter_aircraft
gptkbp:squadron_history has a strong alumni network
has a legacy of excellence
has a strong community presence
participates in air shows
participated in various exercises
engaged in humanitarian missions
established in 1951
has a rich heritage
known for its professionalism
operated in multiple theaters
participated in international exercises
maintains high operational readiness
contributed to national defense
has a commitment to safety
is recognized for its achievements
supports disaster relief operations
has a dedicated maintenance crew
collaborates with other branches of military
has trained many pilots
awarded for gallantry
integrated with modern aircraft
is a symbol of pride for the IAF
is involved in community service
re-equipped in 1980s
gptkbp:squadrons gptkb:18
gptkb:fighter_aircraft
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Air_Force_Station_Shillong
gptkb:Ambala_Air_Force_Station
gptkb:Air_Force_Station_Bhatinda
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7