A tragic incident unfolded at the Dubai Air Show 2025 when an Indian Air Force (IAF) Tejas fighter jet crashed during an aerial display. The pilot sustained fatal injuries in the accident, a devastating loss for the nation’s armed forces. Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan expressed his deep sorrow and solidarity with the pilot’s grieving family. The Indian Armed Forces, he stated, stand firmly with the bereaved family during this difficult time. The Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)-designed 4.5-generation multi-role aircraft was performing at the Al Maktoum Airbase when the crash occurred. Social media platforms were inundated with viral videos capturing the harrowing moments as the aircraft descended rapidly before impacting the ground. The IAF has confirmed the incident and has initiated a court of inquiry to determine the exact cause of the accident, pledging full support to the pilot’s family.
