IAF Tejas Fighter Jet Crashes During Aerial Demonstration at Dubai Air Show
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A Tejas lightweight fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force crashed during a live aerial demonstration at the Dubai Air Show on Friday afternoon, sending shock waves across the aviation and defence communities. The incident occurred at approximately 2:10 pm local time , when the aircraft was performing a high-speed manoeuvre before a large audience. Eyewitnesses reported seeing the aircraft lose control moments before it plunged toward the ground, followed by a massive plume of thick black smoke rising near the airport. The crash caused panic among spectators, many of whom included families and children attending the international aviation exhibition. The Indian Air Force confirmed the incident shortly after the crash, stating: “A Tejas of IAF has crashed in Dubai Air Show-25. Further details are being ascertained at the moment. Will give further details in some time.” As of the latest updates, authorities have not confirmed whether the pilot was able to eject safely before ...