A tragic incident occurred at the Dubai Airshow: an Indian HAL Tejas fighter jet crashed at the beginning of its demonstration flight, killing the pilot and shocking spectators. This was reported by Associated Press, writes UNN.
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The accident happened on the territory of Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai World Central. The plane sharply descended, lost control, and crashed into the ground, creating a huge fireball and a column of black smoke.
Police and rescue services immediately arrived at the scene, using foam to extinguish the fire.
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The pilot sustained fatal injuries in the incident. The Air Force deeply regrets the loss of life and stands firmly with the families of the deceased during this sorrowful time.
A separate investigation will also be conducted by the UAE authorities. Despite the incident, the airshow resumed approximately half an hour later – demonstration flights continued while rescuers worked at the crash site.
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HAL Tejas is a light single-engine fighter jet of Indian production, which is intended to strengthen the combat aviation fleet amid increased Chinese military activity in the region.
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