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Indian Air Force Jaguar Jet Crashes in Rajasthan, Killing Two Pilots
Two IAF pilots killed as Jaguar jet crashes during training near Churu, Rajasthan. No civilian damage reported. Court of inquiry ordered to determine cause.
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by News Desk
2025-07-09
Indian Air Force Jaguar Jet Crashes in Rajasthan, Killing Two Pilots

A Jaguar trainer aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed during a routine training mission on Wednesday near Rajaldesar village in Rajasthan’s Churu district, resulting in the death of both pilots onboard.

According to the IAF’s official statement on X (formerly Twitter):

“An IAF Jaguar Trainer aircraft met with an accident during a routine training mission and crashed near Churu in Rajasthan today. Both pilots sustained fatal injuries in the accident.”

The aircraft had taken off from the Suratgarh airbase, and crashed around 1:25pm in an agricultural field, police officials said. Station House Officer Kamlesh told Press Trust of India that human remains were found near the crash site.

Churu’s Superintendent of Police Jai Yadav stated that the crash likely occurred around 12:30pm.

The IAF confirmed that no civilian injuries or property damage had been reported and announced the formation of a court of inquiry to determine the cause of the crash.

“IAF deeply regrets the loss of lives and stands firmly with the bereaved families in this time of grief.”

Recurring Concerns Over Air Incidents

This crash adds to a growing list of recent IAF incidents:

·       In May, India’s Chief of Defence Staff confirmed that fighter jets were shot down by Pakistan during a conflict.

·       In April, an IAF aircraft inadvertently dropped a heavy metal aerial store over a house in Madhya Pradesh, causing structural damage.

·       In March 2023, a Tejas light combat aircraft crashed in Rajasthan, marking the first crash since its induction.

The Jaguar is a British-French origin aircraft, long used by the IAF for ground-attack missions.

India has been pushing to expand its domestic defence manufacturing, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi promoting indigenous platforms like Tejas. However, incidents involving both imported and locally made aircraft continue to raise concerns about safety and maintenance.

 
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