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IAF Su-30MKI Crashes in Assam; Locals Report Loud Explosion, Search On

An Indian Air Force Su-30MKI fighter jet crashed in the Karbi Anglong district of Assam, approximately 60 km from Jorhat. Local residents reported hearing a loud noise and explosion as the aircraft came down during a training mission. Police and Air Force personnel are conducting search operations, but there is no trace of the pilot yet. The IAF stated the aircraft lost radar contact after taking off from Jorhat and a search and rescue mission has been initiated.

Key Points: IAF Su-30MKI Crashes in Assam's Karbi Anglong, Search Underway

  • IAF Su-30MKI crashes in Assam
  • Locals report loud explosion
  • Search for missing pilot underway
  • Aircraft lost contact after Jorhat takeoff
  • Part of IAF's 200+ fleet
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Assam: Locals report "loud noise and explosion" after IAF Su-30MKI crashes in Karbi Anglong district

An Indian Air Force Su-30MKI jet crashes near Jorhat, Assam. Locals report loud explosion; search ops ongoing for the missing pilot. Details here.

"We heard a loud noise and an explosion... There is no trace of the pilot. - Local resident"

Karbi Anglong, March 6

Following the Indian Air Force Su-30MKI jet crash in Karbi Anglong district of Assam, locals in the area reported hearing a loud explosion

They were seen using torches and lights to aid in the search. The crash site is located roughly 60 km from Jorhat.

Police personnel and Air Force Police are currently in the area, and search operations are underway.

Speaking to ANI, a local stated that they saw the plane coming down in the evening yesterday. "We heard a loud noise and an explosion... The police from the Chowki Wala police station are here. They are searching for him from the helicopter... There is no trace of the pilot. Till now, nothing has been found," he said.

Indian Air Force posted about the search operation on X, stating, "The Su-30MKI, which was on a training mission, crashed in the area of Karbi Anglong, Assam, approx 60 km from Jorhat. Search operations are underway," said IAF.

Earlier, the IAF said that the aircraft had lost radar contact at around 7.42 pm after taking off from Jorhat in Assam.

"An IAF Su-30 MKI is reported overdue. The aircraft had taken off from Jorhat, Assam and was last in contact at 7.42 pm. Further details are being ascertained. Search and Rescue mission has been initiated," said IAF.

The Su-30MKI is a two-seater fighter jet developed by Russian aircraft manufacturer Sukhoi. The IAF has a fleet of over 200 Su-30MKIs.

- ANI

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Sarah B
It's heartening to see the locals immediately helping with torches and lights. This sense of community in Assam is remarkable. Hope the search operation yields positive news soon.
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Vikram M
The Su-30MKI is a backbone of our air force. While accidents happen in training, it's a serious loss. A thorough investigation is needed to understand if it was a technical fault or human error. Our pilots deserve the best-maintained machines.
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Priyanka N
Karbi Anglong is a remote, hilly area. The search must be incredibly challenging, especially at night. Salute to the resilience of our forces. The families of the pilots must be going through hell. My thoughts are with them.
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Rahul R
We invest so much in defence. While training is essential, such frequent crashes of advanced aircraft are concerning. Hope the inquiry is transparent and leads to concrete steps to improve safety. 🇮🇳
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Michael C
The quick response from both IAF and local police is impressive. Losing radar contact is serious. Modern jets should have better emergency locator systems. Hoping for a miracle for the crew.

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