Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:16am on 21 Jan 2026,Wednesday India
An Indian Air Force trainer aircraft crashed into a pond during a routine training flight in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj on Wednesday. The incident occurred near the airport, prompting an immediate emergency response. Officials said both pilots were rescued safely. Eyewitnesses said the small propeller aircraft appeared to lose control before plunging into the water. Thick black smoke was seen rising from the crash site as local residents moved closer to help. Fire tenders and National Disaster Response Force divers later secured the area. Visuals showed aircraft debris scattered near the pond. The aircraft has not yet been recovered. Authorities said rescue and safety operations were still underway, and further details were awaited. (PC: HT)
