IAF AN-32 Transport Aircraft Crashes at Jorhat Airbase; Investigation Underway
An Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft crashed while landing at the Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam on June 13, 2026. The aircraft caught fire after touchdown, and emergency teams responded promptly to control the blaze and conduct rescue operations. The pilot is feared dead, while the co-pilot reportedly survived and is receiving treatment. The cause of the accident remains unknown, and the IAF has initiated a court of inquiry to investigate the incident. The AN-32 is a twin-engine military transport aircraft extensively used for logistics and operations in challenging terrains.