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MiG-21 crashes in central India, pilot killed, says Indian Air Force
The accident took place when the aircraft was taking off for a combat training mission at an airbase in central India.
Updated on: Mar 17, 2021, 14:53:23 IST
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A pilot of Indian Air Force (IAF) was killed after his MiG-21 met with a "fatal accident" on Wednesday morning in Central India, the force confirmed on Twitter.
The accident took place when the aircraft was taking off for a combat training mission at an airbase in central India.
"The IAF lost Group Captain A Gupta in the tragic accident. IAF expresses deep condolences and stands firmly with the family members. A Court of Inquiry has been ordered to determine the cause of the accident," the air force said in a tweet.
This is a developing story. More details awaited.
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