221 Squadron (Valiants) is an Indian Air Force fighter squadron and is equipped with Su-30MKI and based at Halwara Air Force Station.

The first commanding officer was Squadron Leader N Chatrath.

The squadron was subsequently equipped with Supermarine Spitfire, de Havilland Vampire and Su-7.

The squadron has changed many based in the 54 years since its establishment.

Numerous pilots from the squadron have been decorated with gallantry awards over many years of its operation.