Indian Air Force – Republic of India
Plane crashes in the Indian Air Force (IAF) often raise concerns about pilot safety and aircraft reliability.
In the last few years, several IAF aircraft have crashed during training flights and demonstrations. This article explains how many crashes happened, which aircraft were involved, and what the IAF has officially said about the reasons—in simple terms.
How Many Crashes Happened Recently?
From 2024 to early 2026, the Indian Air Force reported 8 aircraft-related incidents.
Most of these happened during:
- Training missions
- Military exercises
- Air show demonstrations
In many cases, pilots were able to eject safely, which saved lives.
Two Major IAF Plane Crashes Explained Simply
1️⃣ Tejas Fighter Jet Crash – Dubai Airshow
When: November 2025
What happened: A Tejas fighter jet crashed during an air show performance
Result: Pilot died
IAF explanation: The accident happened during aerobatic flying; a detailed investigation was ordered
2️⃣ Tejas Fighter Jet Crash – Rajasthan
When: March 2024
What happened: The jet crashed during a military exercise
Result: Pilot ejected safely
Likely reason: Engine problem, possibly due to oil system failure
What Does the IAF Say About Crash Reasons?
The Indian Air Force follows the same process after every accident:
- Confirm the incident
- Ensure pilot safety
- Order a Court of Inquiry
- Announce the cause only after investigation
Based on past official reports:
- Many crashes happened due to human error
- Some were caused by technical problems or bird strikes
- For most recent accidents, final investigation reports are still awaited
Conclusion
While any aircraft crash is serious, it is important to understand that:
- Most accidents happened during training, where risks are higher
- Modern safety systems saved many pilots
- The IAF investigates every crash carefully
As older aircraft are retired and newer technology is added, safety is expected to improve further.
We stand united as a nation, praying for the safety, strength, and protection of our country and every Indian citizen.
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