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The world's oldest aircraft carrier in service, the INS Viraat, is set to retire on Monday from the Indian Navy.
In This Pic : INS Viraat
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On Monday evening, the Naval flag atop the ship, also known as the "grand old lady", will be lowered and wrapped at sunset, marking an end to its long journey of 55 years, including 30 years in the Indian Navy.
In This Pic : INS Viraat
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Viraat was completed and commissioned in Britain's Royal Navy as HMS Hermes.
In This Pic : INS Viraat
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In 1984, it was decommissioned from the Royal Navy and subsequently was commissioned by the Indian Navy on May 12, 1987.
In This Pic : INS Viraat
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The ship has seen a series of aircraft operate from its decks, including the the Sea Harrier, White Tigers, Seaking 42B, Seaking 42C and Chetaks.
In This Pic : INS Viraat
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