Tejas fighter jet crash: How many Light Combat Aircraft have met with accidents in the past? What did IAF say?

A Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) of the Indian Air Force (IAF) reportedly suffered significant structural damage after overshooting the runway at a forward airbase earlier this month. It happened due to a suspected brake malfunction, according to PTI, citing sources. The pilot ejected safely from the aircraft, they added. The jet was coming back…

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Tejas aircraft meets 3rd accident in 2 years: IAF grounds fleet to prevent deadly mishap similar to Dubai Airshow crash

The Indian Air Force (IAF) grounded the entire fleet of Tejas light combat aircraft after an accident earlier this month. According to authoritative sources, the fighter jet sustained major damage to its airframe in the incident. Following this development, the IAF grounded the entire fleet of around 30 single-seat Tejas. These safety measures are being…

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