In yet another embarrassment for India on the global front, as another Tejas fighter plane of Indian Air Force has crashed during a regular training flight, according to reports in the Indian media.
The plane went down operating from an air base in training, it was reported.
The pilot escaped in time by parachute and was not injured.
Following the incident, the Indian media reported that the Indian Air Force has taken a decision of doing a fresh review of its entire Tejas fleet. The air force is currently working with 32 Tejas Mk-1 fighter jets.
This is the third Tejas crash during the last two years. The first one happened in 2024 in the Indian state of Rajasthan while the second aircraft was lost last year during the Dubai Airshow.
The Dubai Airshow is one of the largest airshows in the world. The 2025 show began on last November 17 to November 24, 2025.
Over 1,500 exhibitors had come together for this showcase of all things aviation
Earlier, photos of Indian Air Force officers posing with Pakistan’s latest fighter jet JF-17 Block 3 at the Dubai Air Show have emerged, showcasing India’s keen interest in the aircraft.
The pictures that went viral on social media show Indian officials standing near the aircraft, while other stalls at the show are also visible in the background.
According to aviation circles, military personnel from different countries take a close look at modern fighter jets at international air shows and get information, which is a routine activity.
However, the presence of Indian officers with the JF-17 Block 3 has once again highlighted the growing global attention for this aircraft.
The latest crash has once again nulls the questions over the safety and reliability of the Tejas fighter program.
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