India's Tejas fighter jet crashes during display at Dubai air show, pilot dies
PTC News Desk: A Tejas fighter jet crashed on Friday during a demo at the Dubai Airshow, causing black smoke to rise and emergency alarms to sound at the venue.
The Indian Air Force has confirmed in a post on X that the pilot flying the jet died in the crash after sustaining fatal injuries. A court of inquiry is being constituted to ascertain the cause of the accident, the Indian Air Force added.
The Indian HAL Tejas, used by the Indian Air Force, crashed around 2:10 pm local time while performing a flying show at Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai World Central.
An IAF Tejas aircraft met with an accident during an aerial display at 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.
A court of inquiry is being… — Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) November 21, 2025
The accident happened in front of many visitors and families as thick smoke filled the sky and emergency teams quickly reached the spot.
- With inputs from agencies
