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IAF AN-32 Aircraft Catches Fire After Crash in Jorhat
13 Jun
Summary
- An IAF AN-32 transport aircraft crashed and caught fire at Jorhat Air Force Station.
- The aircraft went down within the station premises, causing a fire.
- Emergency teams were deployed immediately to control the fire.
An Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft experienced a crash and subsequent fire at the Air Force Station in Jorhat, Assam. The incident occurred within the station's premises, leading to an immediate deployment of emergency teams to contain the fire and manage the situation. The exact cause of the crash is still unknown, and details regarding any potential casualties or injuries have not yet been released.
The Indian Air Force has confirmed the incident and stated that further information will be provided following a thorough assessment. An investigation into the AN-32 crash has commenced. The AN-32 is a crucial twin-engine turboprop military transport aircraft, often referred to as the workhorse of the Indian Air Force, with approximately 100 in operation. It is designed for extreme environments, including high-altitude airfields and hot climates, and is capable of transporting significant cargo or personnel. This incident follows a previous fatal crash involving an IAF Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet in Assam's Karbi Anglong district earlier in the year.
