New Delhi : A very worrying news has come to light regarding the indigenous Tejas fighter aircraft, the main pillar of the strategic power of the Indian Air Force. In the same month, another Tejas aircraft crashed while landing at an important air base. However, the pilot’s life was saved in this accident. But the irreparable damage caused to the plane has raised serious questions on safety standards. The Air Force has now given instructions for intensive technical inspection and safety audit of the entire Tejas fleet so that future accidents can be avoided.
Serious accident during landing
According to specific information received from sources. This accident occurred during the critical phase of landing. In which the aircraft has been so seriously damaged that it can hardly be used again. Aviation experts believe that taking the aircraft out of service completely may now be a compulsion. The Air Force has constituted a high-level investigation team to deeply understand the technical aspects of this incident. It is being investigated whether there was any major technical fault in the landing system.
The pilot did not suffer any serious injuries
The most satisfying aspect of this entire accident was that the brave pilot flying the plane did not suffer any serious injuries. Even in an emergency situation, the pilot demonstrated his professional skills tremendously. Due to which a major humanitarian crisis was averted in time. Despite the heavy damage to the aircraft, the Air Force has considered the safety of the pilot as a big relief. At present, doctors are keeping a close eye on the condition of the pilot. But this accident has raised big questions on the reliability of the aircraft’s safety gear.
Huge order for 180 Mk1A aircraft placed
The crashed aircraft was part of the initial batch of 32 single-seat Tejas aircraft. Which has been delivered to the Air Force by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. It is noteworthy that the supply of Mk1A, the new and improved version of Tejas, has already exceeded many of the deadlines. Due to which the plans to increase the capacity of the Air Force are being affected. The Indian Air Force has placed a huge order for a total of 180 Mk1A aircraft. Now after this latest accident, there has been tremendous pressure on safety standards and quality control.
Third major accident in two years
This is the third major accident involving Tejas aircraft. Which has raised serious concerns in defense circles. Earlier in March 2024, a plane had crashed near Jaisalmer. When he was returning from a practice session. At that time the pilot had saved his life by ejecting wisely. Although. The accident that happened during the Dubai Airshow in November 2025 was quite sad and disturbing. Where the pilot died due to plane crash during the demonstration. Whose investigation is still going on.
Strict order for technical inspection
After the current accident, the Air Force has given strict orders for intensive safety audit and technical inspection of the entire Tejas fleet. A team of experts will now closely examine everything from the engine to the flight control system. Its main purpose is to ensure that it is not a technical fault. It is imperative for national security to address security vulnerabilities in the existing fleet before the shipment of 180 new advanced aircraft arrives. So that such costly and dangerous accidents can be completely avoided in future.
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