negative G manoeuvre
Understanding the LCA Tejas Crash: Former IAF Vice Chief Explains Investigation Process and Airshow Flying Challenges
Nov 22, 2025 02:14 am CST
Former IAF Vice Chief Air Marshal Anil Chopra provides expert analysis on the tragic LCA Tejas crash at Dubai's airshow, explaining the investigation process, differences between test flying and airshow demonstrations, and highlighting the aircraft's otherwise exceptional safety record over its 24-year operational history.
Understanding the Negative G Manoeuvre That Led to the LCA Tejas Crash at Dubai Air Show
Nov 21, 2025 10:06 pm CST
An LCA Tejas fighter jet crashed during an air show in Dubai while executing a negative G turn manoeuvre, resulting in the pilot's death. Aviation experts analyzing footage indicate the aircraft lost altitude while attempting to recover from a loop. This marks only the second crash in the Tejas' 24-year history, highlighting questions about the aircraft's inherently unstable yet agile design that relies on advanced fly-by-wire systems.