New Delhi: The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Tuesday said an IAF aircraft has crashed near Jaisalmer in Rajasthan. The IAF clarified that the pilot ejected safely.
The IAF tweet read, “One Tejas aircraft of the Indian Air Force met with an accident at Jaisalmer, today during an operational training sortie. The pilot ejected safely. A Court of Inquiry has been constituted to find out the cause of the accident.”
Meanwhile, videos of the crash and the pilot safely ejecting from the plane surfaced online.
Here’s the video:
#BreakingNews: An Indian Air Force LCA #Tejas fighter has crashed in #Jaisalmer. Pilot thankfully ejected safely. This is the first crash of the indigenous jet since it first flew 23 years ago. An incredible safety record sadly broken today.:!! pic.twitter.com/NxVvy9t7by
— آدھا انجینئر (@Halfenginear) March 12, 2024
All about Tejas aircraft
In the realm of military aviation, few accomplishments rival the development of indigenous fighter aircraft. India’s Tejas aircraft stands as a sterling example of such a triumph, blending technological prowess with a testament to the nation’s commitment to self-reliance and innovation.
With its sleek design, advanced capabilities, and significant contributions to India’s defense capabilities, Tejas has cemented its place in the annals of aerospace history.
Conceived as a solution to India’s need for a modern, multi-role fighter jet, Tejas represents the culmination of years of research, development, and collaboration among India’s aerospace engineers, scientists, and defense personnel.
Its inception dates back to the 1980s, with the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) programme initiated by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) of India. After decades of meticulous design, testing, and refinement, Tejas emerged as a formidable aircraft, embodying the aspirations of a nation striving for self-sufficiency in defense production.
Design and weaponry system
At its core, Tejas boasts a sophisticated aerodynamic design coupled with cutting-edge avionics and weaponry systems. Powered by a powerful engine, it offers impressive speed, agility, and maneuverability, making it well-suited for air superiority missions, ground attack roles, and reconnaissance tasks.
Equipped with state-of-the-art sensors, radars, and electronic warfare suites, Tejas provides its pilots with enhanced situational awareness and combat effectiveness, ensuring dominance in the modern battlefield.
One of the most remarkable aspects of Tejas is its indigenous technology integration, with a significant portion of its components, systems, and software developed domestically. This feat not only underscores India’s technological capabilities but also reduces dependency on foreign suppliers, thereby enhancing strategic autonomy and national security.
Moreover, the successful development and production of Tejas have bolstered India’s aerospace industry, fostering innovation, expertise, and job creation in the sector.
