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Tejas Fighter Jet Crash Claims Pilot at Dubai Air Show

11/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

An Indian Air Force Tejas fighter jet crashed during a Dubai Air Show display on November 21, 2025, killing the pilot.
The crash occurred around 2:10 p.m. local time after a low roll.
This is the second Tejas crash, after the first in March 2024 due to engine seizure.
The Indian Air Force has initiated a court of inquiry to investigate the latest accident and its reliability implications.

History

Historical Context

The Tejas fighter jet, developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, first flew in 2001 and entered service with the Indian Air Force in 2016. However, it faced reliability issues, highlighted by crashes in March 2024 and November 2025, raising concerns about its safety. With a $10 billion investment, these incidents could affect India's defense procurement and international collaborations in aerospace.

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Story summary

An Indian Air Force Tejas fighter jet crashed during a Dubai Air Show display on November 21, 2025, killing the pilot.
The crash occurred around 2:10 p.m. local time after a low roll.
This is the second Tejas crash, after the first in March 2024 due to engine seizure.
The Indian Air Force has initiated a court of inquiry to investigate the latest accident and its reliability implications.

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