Aircraft Crash
IAF AN-32 crashes in Assam, bursts into flames during landing
Jorhat/IBNS: An Indian Air Force (IAF) AN-32 transport aircraft crashed and caught fire at the Air Force Station in Assam's Jorhat on Saturday morning, media reports said.
The accident reportedly occurred while the aircraft was attempting to land within the Air Force Station premises.
Fire Erupts After Crash
The crash triggered a fire, prompting emergency response teams to rush to the spot and launch firefighting operations.
Authorities worked to contain the blaze as smoke billowed from the crash site.
IAF AN-32 Transport Aircraft Crashed at Powriah Airbase, Jorhat, Assam.
— Defense Watch (@_defensewatch) June 13, 2026
Both Pilots and Crew got killed in the Crash. pic.twitter.com/YFA5ISkU5O
Cause Yet To Be Ascertained
The exact cause of the accident remains unknown.
In a statement posted on X, the Indian Air Force said a detailed investigation would be carried out to determine what led to the crash.
IAF Orders Court Of Inquiry
"A court of inquiry is being constituted, to ascertain the cause of the accident," the IAF said.
The inquiry is expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the crash and the subsequent fire.
An IAF An-32 aircraft met with an accident today while landing at Jorhat.
— Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) June 13, 2026
A court of inquiry is being constituted, to ascertain the cause of the accident. @DefenceMinIndia@SpokespersonMoD@HQ_IDS_India@adgpi@IndiannavyMedia@indiannavy
Further Details Awaited
Officials have not yet released additional information regarding the condition of the crew members or the extent of the damage caused by the accident.
More details are awaited.
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