An Indian Air Force (IAF) pilot died on Friday after a Tejas light combat aircraft (LCA Mk-1) crashed during a demonstration at the Dubai Air Show. This marks only the second Tejas crash ever recorded.

Images and videos circulating on social media showed the indigenous fighter jet hitting the ground moments after a manoeuvre and erupting into a fireball.

IAF confirms pilot’s death

In an official statement, the IAF said:

“An IAF Tejas aircraft met with an accident during an aerial display at the Dubai Air Show today. The pilot sustained fatal injuries in the accident. IAF deeply regrets the loss of life and stands firmly with the bereaved family in this time of grief.”

The force added that a court of inquiry will investigate the cause of the crash.

Second Tejas crash in programme hist

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