An Indian Air Force transport aircraft has crashed in the northeastern state of Assam, according to Indian media reports, prompting an official investigation into the cause of the incident. The aircraft, identified as an AN-32 transport plane operated by the Indian Air Force, reportedly went down during landing within the perimeter of an air force […]
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Two Indian pilots killed after IAF fighter jet crashes in Assam
Two pilots from the Indian Air Force (IAF) were killed after a Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet crashed in India’s northeastern state of Assam, NDTV reported, citing officials. The Indian Air Force said on Friday that a fighter jet, which was on a training mission, crashed in the northeast Indian state of Assam. “The Su-30MKI, which […]
Indian Air Force Sukhoi fighter jet crashes in Assam
ASSAM: An Indian Air Force Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet crashed in India’s northeastern state of Assam during a routine training mission, officials confirmed on Friday. According to the Indian Air Force (IAF), the aircraft went down in the Karbi Anglong district after losing contact with air traffic control. The twin-engine multirole fighter had taken off […]
Indian air force HAL Tejas fighter crashes during landing, pilot safe
NEW DELHI: The Indian Air Force (IAF) suffered another setback with the loss of a HAL Tejas earlier this month, Indian media reported. The pilot ejected safely after the aircraft sustained severe damage during landing at an operational or forward air base following a routine training sortie. Read More: India faces setback as Armenia halts Tejas fighter jet […]
Indian Tejas fighter jet crashes at Dubai Airshow
DUBAI – An Indian Tejas fighter jet crashed during a flying display at the Dubai Airshow on Friday, killing the pilot. While the cause of the accident has not been officially confirmed, videos circulating online sparked speculation about technical issues with the aircraft. This country is unbelievable. How is anyone supposed to trust a single […]
Indian War Rhetoric Threatens Fragile Peace in South Asia
Frequent threats and aggressive assertions by Indian officials against Pakistan have once again cast a shadow over any prospects for dialogue between the two nuclear-armed neighbours, ensuring that a climate of hostility continues to dominate South Asia. Following the Pahalgam episode, the BJP-led government has intensified its campaign to vilify Pakistan, aided by hawkish sections […]
India finally grounds ‘flying coffin’ MiG-21s after 62 years
New Delhi: The Indian Air Force has officially retired its aging fleet of Russian-made MiG-21 fighter jets after 62 years. These jets were once the backbone of India’s air defense, but over time became known for their high crash rate. A farewell ceremony marked the jets’ final flight, drawing a symbolic close to a long […]
BBC locates footage of crashed Indian jets, including Rafale
BBC Verify has said that it has authenticated three videos, which purportedly show the wreckage of a French-manufactured Rafale fighter jet, the very same that are used by the Indian Air Force. “In one clip – geolocated by BBC Verify to a field near the city of Bathinda in India’s Punjab state – troops can […]
Pakistan downs Indian rafale jet: French official confirms strike in major air clash
In a dramatic turn of events, Pakistan has reportedly shot down a Rafale fighter jet belonging to the Indian Air Force. This was confirmed by a senior French intelligence official who spoke to American media outlets. The Rafale is a highly advanced, French-made combat aircraft, making this incident significant on the global defense radar. According […]
Lamenting the Rafale acquisition
Nearly six weeks after the Indian Air Force (debacle) at Balakot and the Line of Control, Indian Air Chief, in a fit of despair, continues to lie through his teeth as far as the success of the IAF operations on 26 and 27 February are concerned. Air Chief Marshal B S Dhanoa claims victory but […]