2023_Rajasthan_MiG-21_crash

2023 Rajasthan MiG-21 crash

2023 Rajasthan MiG-21 crash

Indian fighter aircraft crash

On 8 May 2023, a MiG-21 crashed in the Indian state of Rajasthan, in Hanumangarh.[1] A mechanical issue caused the Indian Air Force (IAF) fighter aircraft to crash after taking off from the Suratgarh airbase during regular exercise, killing three people and injuring three more.[2]

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Incident

The MiG-21 jet crashed into a house in Hanumangarh, Rajasthan, as a result of a technical issue after taking off from the Suratgarh airbase during a normal exercise. The pilot safely exited the plane after making a timely ejection, according to reports. The pilot, who had suffered minor wounds, was transported to safety in a helicopter.[3][4]

Response

Before the police and fire department arrived, the villagers attempted to extinguish the flames using water and sand. According to police, a rescue effort had been started near the crash site of the aircraft.[5]

Investigation

An inquiry has been initiated to ascertain the cause of the accident. The IAF said a probe has been ordered to ascertain the cause of the crash.[3][6]

See also

References

  1. [1]
    Dutta, Amrita Nayak; Khan, Hamza (8 May 2023). "3 civilians killed as IAF's MiG-21 jet crashes in Rajasthan, pilot safe". The Indian Express.
  2. [2]
    Peri, Dinakar (8 May 2023). "Indian Air Force's MiG-21 crashes in Rajasthan". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 8 May 2023. Retrieved 8 May 2023.
  3. [3]
    Singh, Harsha Kumari; Som, Vishnu (May 8, 2023). Gautam, Aditi (ed.). "3 Villagers Dead As MiG-21 Jet Crashes Into Rajasthan Home, Pilot Ejects". NDTV.com.
  4. [4]
    "IAF fighter aircraft crashes on a house in Rajasthan, kills 3 civilians". mint. May 8, 2023.
  5. [5]
    "IAF's MiG-21 crashes near Hanumangarh in Rajasthan; three villagers killed, pilot safe". The Times of India. May 8, 2023.
  6. [6]
    "IAF MiG 21 crashes in Rajasthan; 2 civilians dead". Hindustan Times. May 8, 2023.
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