IAF AN-32 Aircraft crashes at Jorhat airbase; pilot feared dead
An Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft crashed at the Air Force Station in Jorhat, Assam, on Saturday, prompting an immediate emergency response at the military base.
According to initial reports, the aircraft went down while attempting to land. Firefighting and rescue teams were quickly deployed to the crash site to contain the situation and assist with emergency operations. Thick smoke was seen rising from the area as personnel worked to secure the site.
The pilot is feared dead, although the IAF has not yet officially confirmed any casualties. Authorities are assessing the extent of the damage and investigating whether any additional personnel were on board at the time of the accident.
In an official statement, the Indian Air Force confirmed that an AN-32 transport aircraft was involved in the crash at Jorhat Air Force Station. Emergency procedures were activated immediately, and a Court of Inquiry has been ordered to determine the cause of the accident.
The AN-32 is a vital transport aircraft in the IAF fleet, widely used for logistics, troop movement, and operations in remote and challenging terrains across the country.
Further details regarding casualties, damage to the aircraft, and the circumstances leading to the crash are still awaited. The Indian Air Force is expected to provide additional updates as the investigation progresses.
