Two pilots killed after IAF Sukhoi Su-30 crashes in Assam’s Karbi Anglong

6 Mar, 04:03 — 6 Mar, 04:24

Why this matters

The crash of a frontline fighter jet like the Sukhoi Su-30MKI and the loss of two pilots is a significant event for the Indian Air Force. It prompts investigations into the cause, which can impact pilot training protocols, aircraft maintenance, and operational safety.

Key entitiesIndian Air Force (IAF)Sukhoi Su-30MKI Karbi Anglong Jorhat

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What 4 sources agree on, dispute, and miss

What sources agree on

An Indian Air Force Sukhoi Su-30MKI aircraft crashed in Assam's Karbi Anglong district
Two pilots were killed in the crash
The aircraft was on a training mission
The crash occurred on Thursday, March 5

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The Su-30MKI crashed approximately 60 k.m. from Jorhat

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The aircraft took off from Jorhat on Thursday evening

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Contact with the jet was lost at 7:42 pm

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Details about the timeline of the incident, including when contact was lost and a 'loud explosion' was heard

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hinduMostly Factual173d ago

Two IAF pilots killed in Su-30 MKI aircraft crash in Assam's Karbi Anglong

The Su-30MKI, which was on a training mission, crashed in the area of Karbi Anglong, approximately 60 k.m. from Jorhat on Thursday (March 5), the Indian Air Force (IAF) said in a brief statement.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual173d ago