(MENAFN- Live Mint) IAF Tejas Jet Crash: An LCA Tejas fighter jet of the Indian Air Force crashed on Friday leaving the pilot dead, when it was participating at an exhibition at the Dubai Air Show 2025.

The IAF confirmed the accident and the death of the pilot, saying that he sustained fatal injuries. It said that a court of enquiry was being formed to ascertain the cause of the HAL Tejas jet crash.

“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 constituted, to ascertain the cause of the accident,” it said.

What is the HAL Tejas jet?

Tejas is a single-engine, multi-role light combat aircraft. It has been jointly developed by the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) for the IAF.

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Key Takeaways

• The IAF Tejas is a significant advancement in India's defence capabilities.
• The pilot flying the Tejas fighter jet has been confirmed dead.
• A thorough investigation will be conducted to ascertain the cause of the crash.

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