Himachal Pradesh pilot
Tragic Discovery: IAF Pilot's Father Learns of Son's Tejas Crash While Searching for Air Show Videos
Nov 22, 2025 12:39 pm CST
Wing Commander Namansh Syal's father discovered his son's tragic death at the Dubai Air Show through YouTube videos. The 34-year-old IAF pilot perished when his Tejas fighter jet crashed during the performance, leaving his family devastated. A decorated officer from Himachal Pradesh, Namansh is mourned by his village and state officials as "Kangra's brave son."
Tragedy at Dubai Air Show: IAF Wing Commander Namansh Syal Dies in Tejas Fighter Jet Crash
Nov 22, 2025 10:20 am CST
Indian Air Force Wing Commander Namansh Syal, 34, lost his life when the Tejas fighter jet he was piloting crashed during an aerial display at the Dubai Air Show. The incident occurred Friday afternoon near Al Maktoum International Airport, marking the second crash involving India's indigenous Light Combat Aircraft in less than two years. The IAF has launched an investigation into the cause of the accident.