Official statement from the Indian Air Force or Ministry of Defence

IAF MiG-29 Fighter Jet Crashes Near Bandra, Rajasthan; Pilot Safe

Sep 2, 2024, 05:38 PM

A MiG-29 fighter jet of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed near Barmer in Rajasthan during a routine night training mission. The incident occurred after the aircraft encountered a critical technical snag, forcing the pilot to eject. Fortunately, the pilot is safe, and there were no reports of loss of life or property damage on the ground. The crash took place near the Uttarlai Airbase and Bandra village, and a Court of Inquiry has been ordered to investigate the incident.