Indian Air Force MiG-29 Crashes Near Agra; Pilots Safe
The MiG-29 fighter jet encountered a system malfunction during a routine training sortie, prompting an investigation by the Indian Air Force.
- The MiG-29 fighter jet crashed in an agricultural field near Agra, Uttar Pradesh, after taking off from Adampur in Punjab.
- Both the pilot and co-pilot ejected safely before the aircraft hit the ground, ensuring no harm to life or property on the ground.
- The crash was attributed to a system malfunction, with visuals showing the aircraft engulfed in flames upon impact.
- This incident marks the second MiG-29 crash in two months, with a previous crash occurring in Rajasthan's Barmer due to a technical snag.
- The Indian Air Force has ordered a Court of Inquiry to investigate the cause of the crash and prevent future occurrences.