2023 Rajasthan MiG-21 crash
An Indian Air Force MiG-21 similar to the aircraft involved | |
Accident | |
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Date | 8 May 2023 |
Summary | Crashed into house, under investigation |
Site | Bahlolnagar, Hanumangarh, Rajasthan, India |
Total fatalities | 3 |
Total injuries | 3 |
Total survivors | 1 |
Aircraft | |
Aircraft type | Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 |
Operator | Indian Air Force |
Registration | CU2792 |
Flight origin | Suratgarh Air Force Station, India |
Occupants | 1 |
Crew | 1 |
Fatalities | 0 |
Injuries | 1 |
Survivors | 1 |
Ground casualties | |
Ground fatalities | 3 |
Ground injuries | 2 |
On 8 May 2023, a MiG-21 crashed in the Indian state of Rajasthan, in Hanumangarh.[1] A mechanical issue caused the Indian Air Force (IAF) fighter aircraft to crash after taking off from the Suratgarh airbase during regular exercise, killing three people and injuring three more.[2]
Incident[edit]
The MiG-21 jet crashed into a house in Hanumangarh, Rajasthan, as a result of a technical issue after taking off from the Suratgarh airbase during a normal exercise. The pilot safely exited the plane after making a timely ejection, according to reports. The pilot, who had suffered minor wounds, was transported to safety in a helicopter.[3][4]
Response[edit]
Before the police and fire department arrived, the villagers attempted to extinguish the flames using water and sand. According to police, a rescue effort had been started near the crash site of the aircraft.[5]
Investigation[edit]
An inquiry has been initiated to ascertain the cause of the accident. The IAF said a probe has been ordered to ascertain the cause of the crash.[3][6]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ↑ Dutta, Amrita Nayak; Khan, Hamza (8 May 2023). "3 civilians killed as IAF's MiG-21 jet crashes in Rajasthan, pilot safe". The Indian Express.
- ↑ Peri, Dinakar (8 May 2023). "Indian Air Force's MiG-21 crashes in Rajasthan". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 8 May 2023. Retrieved 8 May 2023. Unknown parameter
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ignored (help) - ↑ 3.0 3.1 Singh, Harsha Kumari; Som, Vishnu (May 8, 2023). Gautam, Aditi, ed. "3 Villagers Dead As MiG-21 Jet Crashes Into Rajasthan Home, Pilot Ejects". NDTV.com.
- ↑ "IAF fighter aircraft crashes on a house in Rajasthan, kills 3 civilians". mint. May 8, 2023.
- ↑ "IAF's MiG-21 crashes near Hanumangarh in Rajasthan; three villagers killed, pilot safe". The Times of India. May 8, 2023.
- ↑ "IAF MiG 21 crashes in Rajasthan; 2 civilians dead". Hindustan Times. May 8, 2023.
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