Indian Air Force Jaguar Fighter Jet Crashes in Gujarat During Training

Jaguar Fighter Jet Incident in Jamnagar

A Jaguar fighter jet belonging to the Indian Air Force (IAF) met with an accident late Wednesday night in Jamnagar, Gujarat, while conducting a training exercise. The aircraft exploded upon hitting the ground, scattering debris across a large area.

Ongoing Rescue Operations and Investigation

As reported by Jamnagar Collector Ketan Thakkar, one pilot has been successfully rescued and taken to the hospital, while efforts are underway to locate the second pilot who remains unaccounted for. Emergency response teams, including personnel from the Air Force, fire brigade, and police, are actively engaged in rescue operations. Thankfully, the crash took place in an open field, which helped avoid any harm to nearby civilian areas.

Details Surrounding the Crash

The Jaguar aircraft went down approximately 12 kilometers from Jamnagar city, specifically in Suvarda village, close to the Jamnagar Air Force Station. District Police Superintendent Premsukh Delu confirmed that the aircraft ignited upon impact. The exact cause of the crash is still unknown, and an official inquiry is anticipated.

Awaiting Further Developments

Authorities are diligently working to find the missing pilot and investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. More information will be shared as the Indian Air Force continues its investigation into this incident.