IAF Tejas Aircraft Damaged in Path Excursion
A Tejas Light Battle Airplane (LCA) of the Indian Flying Force (IAF) continual significant damages after overshooting a path at a frontline airbase on February 7 th.
- Occurrence: The aircraft experienced a suspected brake failing upon returning from a training sortie.
- Damage: Considerable structural damage was caused on the airframe.
- Pilot: The pilot ejected securely and was uninjured.
- History: This marks the 3rd accident involving the Tejas considering that its 2015 induction; the second occurred in November 2025 during an airborne display screen at the Dubai Airshow, in which the pilot lost his life.
The IAF has actually not yet released an official statement. The Tejas, created by the Aeronautical Advancement Firm and manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), is a multi-role fighter aircraft. The IAF currently runs 30 Tejas jets.
