A HAL Tejas fighter jet from the Indian Air Force crashed today during a demonstration flight in Dubai, startling the large crowd present. Thick black smoke billowed from the crash site near the airport, causing panic among spectators. It is still unclear whether the pilot was able to eject before the impact.

The Tejas is an advanced fighter designed for air-to-air support, close combat, and ground attack missions. It is capable of executing both ground and naval operations and is considered one of India's most versatile indigenous fighter jets. The Tejas family includes single-seat variants for the Air Force and Navy, as well as two-seat training models for both branches.