IAF’s two-seater microlite aircraft meets with accident in UP’s Prayagraj, crew safe

Fortunately, the pilot and the other crew member escaped unharmed.

IAF's two-seater microlite aircraft meets with accident in UP's Prayagraj, crew safe

An Indian Air Force microlite aircraft was involved in an accident in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, according to defence sources. Fortunately, the pilot and the other crew member escaped unharmed.

The incident occurred during a routine sortie when the aircraft developed a technical snag. Despite the unexpected complication, the pilots managed a controlled landing in a pond near K P College in the George Town police area.

The area has been secured by authorities as an investigation into the technical issues affecting the aircraft engine gets underway. Police, fire brigade personnel, and local residents, including divers, played significant roles in ensuring the pilots’ safe rescue.