A pilot has died after an Indian fighter jet crashed while performing a display at an airshow in Dubai, officials have said.
The Indian Air Force stated, ‘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 established to uncover the accident's cause.
The Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd's Tejas jet crashed at around 14:10 local time (10:10 GMT), according to reports. Dubai's Media Office and the UAE Ministry of Defence confirmed that firefighters and emergency services swiftly responded to manage the situation on-site, where video footage showed black smoke rising in the aftermath of the crash.
India's Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Anial Chauhan, remarked on the deep regret felt throughout the Indian Army, emphasizing their solidarity with the pilot's family. The Dubai Airshow, which began on Monday, attracted over 148,000 attendees and exhibitors from 1,500 companies, marking a significant aviation event. The fatal crash took place on the final day of the airshow held at Al Maktoum International Airport.
