Indian Air Force Rafale EH Shot down
Indian Air Force
| Date | May 7, 2025 |
| Country | India |
| Force | Indian Air Force |
| Location |
Akalia Kalan, Bathinda, Punjab, India
30.37, 74.89 |
| Aircraft | Rafale EH (Rafale) |
| Change | -1 active |
Description
Rafale (callsign "Godzilla 4", tail BS001) crashed at Akalia Kalan, Bathinda, Punjab while returning to Ambala Air Force Station after Operation Sindoor strikes. Pakistan attributed the engagement to PAF No. 15 Squadron J-10C fighters with PL-15 missiles. The Washington Post visual investigation positively identified the wreckage as a Rafale.
