India’s MiG-29 fighter jet is participating in an international exercise abroad for the first time.

The twin-engine, single seater air superiority fighter aircraft of Russian origin is capable of attaining maximum speed of 2,445 km per hour (Mach-2.3).

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in a joint exercise with the Royal Air Force Oman (RAFO) at Air Force Base Masirah.

Titled ''Eastern Bridge V'', the exercise is aimed at enhancing inter-operability during operations between the two air forces and provide an opportunity to learn from each other's best practices, the IAF said.

The IAF’s Globemaster will provide logistical support during the exercise.

The 10-day drill starting 17 October will offer an opportunity to the IAF to fly its MiG-29 fighter jets alongside the American and the European aircraft F-16 and Eurofighter `Typhoon’.