Overview

• A Jaguar fighter jet of the Indian Air Force crashed near Suvarda village, 12 km from Jamnagar, Gujarat, during a night training mission on April 2, 2025.
• One pilot ejected safely and is receiving medical treatment, while the second pilot tragically lost their life in the crash.
• The aircraft caught fire upon impact, with debris scattered across the open field where it crashed, avoiding harm to civilians or populated areas.
• The Indian Air Force attributed the crash to a technical malfunction and has initiated a Court of Inquiry to determine the precise cause.
• This incident adds to a series of IAF aircraft crashes over the past year, raising concerns about fleet maintenance and operational safety.