Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:40pm on 09 Jul 2025,Wednesday India
A twin‑seater Jaguar trainer aircraft of the Indian Air Force crashed around 1:25 pm on July 9, 2025, near Bhanoda village in Churu district, Rajasthan, killing both pilots . The jet had taken off from the Suratgarh air base for a routine training mission. Debris, including human remains, was found scattered across the agricultural field, with thick black smoke reported. The IAF confirmed that no civilian properties were harmed and expressed condolences, stating a court of inquiry has been established to determine the cause . This marks the third Jaguar crash since March 2025, raising concerns about the aging fleet. (PC: PTI)
