Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:22pm on 13 Feb 2024,Tuesday Defence
A Hawk trainer aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed during a routine training sortie at Kalaikunda airbase in West Bengal. Both pilots ejected safely, avoiding casualties or civilian property damage. A Court of Inquiry has been initiated to determine the cause of the mishap, considering technical malfunctions or human error. The Hawk aircraft, manufactured by HAL and used for pilot training, is renowned for its global deployment in air forces. This incident underscores the inherent risks associated with military aviation training. Investigations are ongoing to ascertain the exact circumstances leading to the crash.
