Two Air Force pilots killed in Sukhoi Su-30 jet crash in Assam's Karbi Anglong
PTC News Desk: Two Indian Air Force pilots los their lives after a Sukhoi Su-30 MKI fighter jet crashed in Assam's Karbi Anglong district last night. The fatal crash took place after the fighter jet crashed during a routine sortie and lost adar shortly after taking off from Jorhat last evening.
In a statement, the IAF identified the pilots as Squadron Leader Anuj and Flight Lieutenant Purvesh Duragkar.
IAF acknowledges the loss of Sqn Ldr Anuj and Flt Lt Purvesh Duragkar, who sustained fatal injuries in the Su-30 crash. All personnel of the IAF express sincere condolences, and stand firmly with the bereaved family in this time of grief.@DefenceMinIndia@SpokespersonMoD… pic.twitter.com/zUtfUJ2ewr — Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) March 6, 2026
Earlier today, the IAF confirmed that the fighter jet went missing after it lost radar contact in a hilly area of Karbi Anglong, around 60 km from the Jorhat airbase.
“The Su-30MKI which was on a training mission crashed in the area of Karbi Anglong, approx 60 km from Jorhat. Search operations are underway,” the IAF said in a statement.
The Sukhoi Su-30 MKI, which was inducted into the Air Force in early 2000s, is considered one of the most capable frontline combat aircraft.
- PTC NEWS
