In a devastating turn of events, an Indian Air Force Tejas fighter jet crashed on the final day of the Dubai Airshow 2025 at Al Maktoum International Airport. The incident, which occurred on November 21, 2025, resulted in the tragic death of the pilot, as confirmed by both the Dubai Media Office and the Indian Air Force. Early footage from the crash site depicted a massive fireball engulfing the area, highlighting the severity of the accident. The Tejas, an indigenously built fighter jet, was participating in the airshow when the crash took place. Eyewitnesses reported that emergency response teams acted swiftly to manage the situation. The cause of the crash is currently under investigation, with authorities working to ascertain the exact circumstances. This incident has cast a somber shadow over the otherwise successful Dubai Airshow, raising concerns about aviation safety and the challenges faced by modern fighter jets.
Watch: The moment Indian Air Force fighter Tejas jet crashed at Dubai Airshow 2025
