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IAF Launches Search After Su-30 MKI Fighter Jet Goes Missing Over Assam

The Indian Air Force has launched a search and rescue operation after an Su-30 MKI fighter jet was reported overdue. The aircraft took off from Jorhat in Assam and lost radar contact in the Karbi Anglong district. Its last known contact was at 7:42 pm on Thursday. Further details about the incident are currently being ascertained by authorities.

Key Points: IAF Su-30 MKI Missing, Search & Rescue Mission Launched

  • Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft overdue
  • Lost radar contact over Assam
  • Took off from Jorhat airbase
  • Last contact at 7:42 pm
  • Search and rescue mission active
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IAF launches search and rescue mission after Su-30 MKI reported overdue

An Indian Air Force Su-30 MKI fighter jet is overdue after losing contact over Assam's Karbi Anglong district. A search and rescue mission is underway.

"An IAF Su-30 MKI is reported overdue... Search and Rescue mission has been initiated. - Indian Air Force"

New Delhi, March 5

A Search and Rescue mission has been initiated after an Indian Air Force Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft was reported overdue, officials said on Thursday.

The aircraft had taken off from Jorhat in Assam and was last in contact at 7:42 pm.

According to the Defence PRO, Guwahati, the Su-30 MKI reportedly lost radar contact in the Karbi Anglong district of Assam.

In a post on X, the Indian Air Force said, "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."

Further details are being ascertained.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
This is so worrying. The families must be going through hell. Hope the search in Karbi Anglong yields results quickly. Our thoughts are with them.
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Aman W
The Su-30 is a robust aircraft. Hoping for a technical glitch and that the pilots are safe somewhere. The terrain can be challenging there.
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Sarah B
Following this from overseas. The professionalism of the IAF is commendable. Wishing the rescue teams all success and the pilots strength.
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Vikram M
While we hope for the best, we must also ask questions. This isn't the first incident. Is there a pattern with maintenance or training that needs a closer look? Asking respectfully.
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Karthik V
The area is dense and hilly. SAR ops will be tough, especially after dark. Salute to the teams who are out there searching right now. Bring them home.

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