The Indian Air Force confirmed that a Pilatus PC-7 trainer aircraft went down around 2 pm. The aircraft was flying from the Tambaram Air Force Station when the incident occurred. Locals in the area reported hearing a loud sound before officials reached the spot.

The pilot acted quickly, used the eject system, and landed without major injury. Emergency teams from the Air Force and local authorities reached the crash site immediately and secured the area to prevent public access.

Officials said the Air Force has ordered a Court of Inquiry to find the cause of the crash. The investigation will examine technical issues, weather conditions, and flight data to understand what went wrong.

The Pilatus PC-7 is widely used for training rookie pilots in the IAF, and incidents involving this aircraft remain rare. The Air Force continues regular training missions to ensure readiness, and safety protocols helped avoid casualties in this incident.

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Speaking at the event, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh expressed pride in hosting such a grand show in Northeast India. He said the IAF had planned it for several years and postponed it from October to November to make it possible. Singh added that the huge public turnout showed the region’s growing national importance and public enthusiasm.

Highlighting the occasion’s significance, the Air Chief said the Northeast is no longer a distant or disconnected region. The IAF has held several air displays here before, but this was the first time Air Force Day celebrations took place in Guwahati — a historic milestone for the service.

When asked about recent military exercises, Singh clarified that these drills are part of routine training. He stressed that they are not linked to any specific developments but reflect the IAF’s focus on constant readiness and professionalism.

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