Dubai air show accident
IAF Honors Wing Commander Namansh Syal: Tribute Following Tragic Tejas Crash at Dubai Air Show
Nov 23, 2025 12:29 am CST
The Indian Air Force pays tribute to Wing Commander Namansh Syal, who lost his life in a Tejas fighter jet crash during the Dubai Air Show. The IAF remembers his legacy of courage and commitment while investigating the cause of this tragic accident involving India's indigenous Light Combat Aircraft, which is set to become a cornerstone of Indian air defense.
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."
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.