The pilot died after an Indian HAL Tejas fighter jet crashed on 21 November during a demonstration at the Dubai Air Show, news agency AP reported. The jet went down around 2:10 pm local time, and smoke was seen rising from the site. In an official statement the Indian Air Force said, "An IAF Tejas aircraft met with an accident during an aerial display at the Dubai Air Show today. The pilot sustained fatal injuries in the accident. Indian Air Force deeply regrets the loss of life and stands firml

Today marks the 25th anniversary of the historic first flight of the Tejas LCA. -The first flight of the HAL Tejas LCA was on January 4, 2001. -We are proud of Tejas. | Indian Defence Now

HAL Tejas: India’s Indigenous Pride in the Skies! The **HAL Tejas** is a lightweight, multirole fighter aircraft developed by **Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)** under India's **LCA (Light Combat Aircraft)** program. Designed for agility and precision, Tejas is **India’s first fully indigenous 4 generation fighter jet** and a symbol of self-reliance in defense. It features **modern avionics**, **composite materials**, **glass cockpit**, and **multi-role capabilities** — perfect for air-to-ai