Watch: The moment Indian Air Force fighter Tejas jet crashed at Dubai Airshow 2025

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An unfortunate incident took place on the final day of Dubai Airshow 2025, when a fighter jet crashed at Al Maktoum International Airport. Videos of the crash circulated online as details began to emerge gradually.

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The jet is an Indian-built fighter jet of the Indian Air Force, Tejas, and details are being ascertained, Reuters said, citing a spokesperson. An eyewitness said that the incident were taken care of quickly.

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The incident resulted in the death of the pilot, both Dubai Media Office and Indian Air Force have confirmed.

Early visuals from the crash site showed a ball of fire erupting from the scene of the accident. Watch a video of the crash here as shared by Daily News:

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Yasmin Hussein is an Assistant Digital Editor who believes that every news story carries a human element. Her motto is 'get it first, but first get it right'.