Tejas Fighter Jet crashes at Dubai Air Show, Pilot dies
On 21 November 2025, India’s Tejas fighter jet crashed during an aerobatic display at the Dubai Air Show at Al Maktoum International Airport, killing the Indian Air Force pilot on board. The aircraft was performing a low-altitude manoeuvre when it suddenly dropped and exploded on impact, sending thick smoke into the air. The Indian Air Force confirmed the incident and has ordered an inquiry to determine how the crash occurred and whether a technical fault or another issue was responsible.
