IAF AN-32 aircraft crashes at Assam's Jorhat airbase
Jorhat, June 13
An AN-32 transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force crashed on Saturday at the Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam, officials said.
"An AN-32 transport aircraft met with an accident at the Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam. "More details are awaited," the IAF stated.
Firefighting operations are underway at the accident site in Jorhat, officials said, after the AN-32 transport aircraft met with an accident at the airbase.
The accident reportedly took place when the aircraft was attempting to land at the Jorhat airfield. Emergency response teams have been deployed at the site, and rescue operations are currently underway.
More details are awaited.
— ANI
Reader Comments
These AN-32s are getting old, aren't they? India needs to fast-track the modernization of its transport fleet. So many lives depend on it. My condolences to all affected.
This is so sad yaar. 😢 I remember the 2019 AN-32 crash in Arunachal too. Our airforce does such brave work in tough terrain but the equipment needs urgent upgrade. Praying for everyone at Jorhat.
Respectful criticism: The IAF should consider grounding the AN-32 fleet until a thorough investigation is done. We can't keep losing our brave airmen due to avoidable technical issues. Hope the inquiry is transparent and swift.
Tears in my eyes. 🙏 The IAF personnel are true heroes who put their lives on the line every single day. This is a huge loss for the nation. May the departed souls rest in peace.
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