Indian Air Force Tejas Crash
Event Report
Indian Air Force
| Date | March 12, 2024 |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Force | Indian Air Force |
| Location |
Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India
26.92, 70.91 |
| Aircraft | Tejas |
| Event type | Crash |
| Change | -1 active |
Description
An Indian Air Force Tejas crashed near Jaisalmer during an operational training sortie. The Air Force said the pilot ejected safely and ordered a court of inquiry. Reuters reported no casualties on the ground after the aircraft came down near a student hostel. The accident was the first loss of a Tejas.
Side Profile
Profile of Tejas
Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India
