Prayagraj Plane Crash: People at the scene said they heard a loud rocket-like sound as the plane crashed, and when they ran toward the pond, the pilots were screaming for help. Local youth displayed courage and rescued three people, including two trainee pilots, who were trying to parachute.
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Shocking news has emerged from Prayagraj, where an Air Force training aircraft experienced a technical malfunction on Wednesday afternoon and crashed into a pond in the heart of the city. The accident, which occurred directly behind KP College, caused widespread panic in the area, but fortunately, there were no major casualties. According to eyewitnesses, the aircraft tumbled through the air and landed directly in the pond’s muddy waters, prompting local residents to risk their lives and jump into the water to rescue the aircraft.
People present at the scene reported hearing a loud sound like a rocket as the aircraft crashed. As they ran toward the pond, they heard the pilots screaming for help. Local youth, demonstrating courage, rescued three people, including two trainee pilots, who were trying to escape with parachutes.
Both pilots are reported to be safe and have been sent to the hospital for treatment. Police, administration, and fire brigade teams arrived at the scene and launched a rescue operation. The reason for the plane crash is not clear yet and the real cause of the accident will be known only after investigation by the army.
Some Past Aircraft Accidents
Crashes involving Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft have been a cause for concern recently. Before today’s accident in Prayagraj, several significant accidents occurred in 2025 and before.
January 10, 2026: A small civilian aircraft (Cessna 208) crashed near Rourkela, killing one and injuring five.
November 21, 2025: India’s indigenous fighter aircraft, the HAL Tejas, crashed during the Dubai Airshow. The pilot lost his life in the accident, drawing worldwide attention.
November 14, 2025: An IAF Pilatus PC-7 training aircraft crashed near Tambaram, Chennai. However, the pilot ejected safely.
July 10, 2025: A Jaguar fighter jet crashed in Churu district, Rajasthan. Squadron Leader Lokendra Singh Sindhu and Flight Lieutenant Rishi Raj Singh were martyred in this tragic accident.
April 3, 2025: Another Jaguar aircraft crashed near Jamnagar, Gujarat.
