An Indian Air Force fighter jet has crashed in a residential area in the city of Jalandhar. In this incident, 7 people have been killed. Officials say that more than 15 others have been injured. The aircraft was a MiG-21, which caught fire after colliding with a bank building. The bank building and an adjacent structure also caught fire. Police say rescue and relief operations are ongoing. Two crew members of the aircraft ejected just before the crash. A military spokesperson stated that the aircraft's engine experienced a technical failure shortly after takeoff. The aircraft had taken off from a nearby base for military training. According to this military spokesperson, the Indian Air Force will retire older aircraft from training flights. An investigation into the cause of the crash has been initiated.
Indian Air Force Fighter Jet Crashes in Residential Area
An Indian Air Force MiG-21 fighter jet crashed in a residential area of Jalandhar, resulting in 7 deaths and over 15 injuries. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about the safety of aging military aircraft and has prompted an investigation.
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📰 What Happened
An Indian Air Force MiG-21 fighter jet crashed in a residential area of Jalandhar, resulting in 7 deaths and over 15 injuries. The aircraft caught fire after colliding with a bank building shortly after takeoff.
- The crash involved a MiG-21 fighter jet during a training flight.
- An investigation into the cause of the crash has been initiated.
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📚 Background
The MiG-21 has been a workhorse for the Indian Air Force for decades, but its aging fleet has faced criticism for safety issues. This incident reflects ongoing challenges in maintaining military aircraft.
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