New Delhi, India – Web Desk: An Indian Air Force Tejas fighter jet crashed during a routine training flight, officials confirmed, marking another setback for India’s indigenous aircraft program. The pilot ejected safely before the aircraft hit the ground.
According to Indian media, the jet experienced a sudden technical malfunction, causing it to become uncontrollable mid-air and crash, igniting a fire upon impact. The Air Force has launched a formal Court of Inquiry to determine the exact cause of the accident.
Defense analysts suggest a technical fault is the likely reason, though authorities emphasized that final conclusions will only be drawn after a detailed investigation. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about the Tejas program’s reliability and performance during operational and training missions.
