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IAF’s Sukhoi-30, Mirage-2000 crash near Madhya Pradesh’s Gwalior; one pilot dead

Two Indian Air Force fighter jets collided in midair, according to press reports from India. The aircraft was participating in defense exercises when it lost control after possibly colliding with another aircraft’s wing.

Two fighter jets, a Sukhoi Su-30 and a Mirage 2000, crashed on Saturday near Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh, killing one Indian Air Force pilot. The pilot of the Mirage passed away after being critically wounded in the collision, while the two Su-30 pilots only suffered minor wounds.

The wreckage of the wrecked plane was discovered in Morena, Madhya Pradesh, and Bharatpur, Rajasthan.

Two pilots on a single Sukhoi were saved successfully, and the remains of a third pilot were discovered. Which aircraft pilot perished in the mid-air accident is still a mystery.

“This morning, an IAF mishap involving two fighter aircraft occurred close to Gwalior. The plane was engaged in a routine operational training flight mission. Three pilots were involved, one of whom suffered fatal injuries. To find out what caused the mishap, a probe has been ordered “IAF stated.

About Dassault Mirage 2000

The Dassault Mirage 2000 is a fourth-generation jet fighter with a single engine that is made by Dassault Aviation in France. It had its first flight in 1978 and joined the French Air Force service in 1984. Since the 1980s, the Mirage 2000 has been flown by the Indian Air Force (IAF).

It has been deployed in a variety of conflicts, notably the 1999 Kargil War in India, in both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. In reaction to a terrorist incident in India in February 2019, the IAF employed Mirage 2000 aircraft to carry out airstrikes in Pakistan. The Tejas, a locally produced aircraft, will gradually replace the Mirage 2000 in the Indian Air Force.

About Sukhoi Su 30

The Sukhoi Su-30 is a twin-engine, two-seat, multi-role fighter aircraft developed by Russia’s Sukhoi Aviation Corporation. It is a long-range air superiority fighter and is considered one of the most advanced aircraft of its kind in the world. The Indian Air Force (IAF) has operated the Su-30MKI variant since 2002. It is a heavily-modified version of the Su-30, developed specifically for the IAF.

The Su-30MKI is capable of air-to-air and air-to-ground missions and is equipped with a variety of weapons, including air-to-air missiles, bombs, and a 30mm cannon. It also has advanced avionics, including a multi-mode radar and a jamming system.

The Su-30MKI has played a significant role in the IAF’s operations, including during the 1999 Kargil War with Pakistan. The IAF has more than 200 Su-30MKI aircraft in service and is the mainstay of the Indian airforce and will continue to serve in the next decade as well.

During the crash, the Su-30 had two pilots while the Mirage 2000 only had one. Initial reports indicate that both pilots are secure, and IAF helicopter is en route to the third pilot’s location, according to defense sources.

Due to a large number of locals there, it was difficult to identify the debris that had fallen 150 feet, making this a highly rare catastrophic event in Indian aviation history. Both pilots were taken to the hospital for additional treatment. India also intends to replace all of its Mirage aircraft with Tejas Innovative aircraft by the year 2025.

In order to determine whether or not there was a mid-air collision, the IAF has requested a court of inquiry. During the crash, the Su-30 had two pilots while the Mirage 2000 only had one. Initial indications indicate that two pilots are safe, while an IAF chopper is en route to the third pilot’s location, according to defense sources.

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When Ratan Tata was denied entry to the airfield at the Aero India show, he waited

When Ratan Tata was denied entry to the airfield at the Aero India show, he waited

During our visit to Aero India 2019, we had the unexpected opportunity to see Ratan Tata at the event, which was a thrilling moment for us. However, there was a surprising hiccup when the security staff didn’t allow him to enter due to a lack of a security pass.

Despite this, he remained calm and patiently waited for about 20 minutes until a member of the Tata team brought him the required pass, after which he calmly proceeded inside. It was a humbling sight, showcasing his composed demeanor even in such situations.

Ratan Tata ji is not only a renowned industrialist but also a trained pilot, holding a pilot’s license. In 2007, he became the first Indian civilian to fly the F-16 Falcon during the Aero India show in Bangalore—a proud moment for the nation.

His passion for aviation extended beyond flying, as he played a key role in shaping India’s aerospace industry. Under his leadership, Tata ventured into manufacturing and maintaining aerospace components while upholding its legacy of quality. Notably, Tata’s collaboration with Airbus to develop and manufacture the C295 aircraft is a testament to its growing influence in the sector.

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