Group 1 - A domestic "Tejas" fighter jet of the Indian Air Force reportedly suffered a brake failure and skidded off the runway, resulting in significant damage and potential write-off, with the pilot safely ejecting [1][3] - The Indian Air Force has grounded all approximately 30 single-seat "Tejas" fighter jets for comprehensive technical inspections following the incident [1][3] - Preliminary assessments suggest that the cause of the accident may be a technical failure related to onboard systems [3] Group 2 - This incident marks the third accident involving the "Tejas" fighter jet, with previous incidents occurring in March 2024 and November 2025 [3] - The "Tejas" MK1A project is currently facing delays, with the Indian Air Force having ordered 180 units, but deliveries are nearly two years behind schedule [3] - Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, the manufacturer, has repeatedly missed deadlines for delivering this model to the Indian Air Force [3]
印媒：“光辉”战机再出事故，印度空军已停飞其全部约30架该型战机进行全面技术检查
Huan Qiu Wang·2026-02-23 08:46