A tragic aviation accident occurred on June 13, 2026, at the Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam, when an Indian Air Force (IAF) AN-32 transport aircraft crashed during a landing attempt.

The incident resulted in the loss of five personnel: Squadron Leader Prashant Singh, Flight Lieutenant Shubham Kumar, Sergeant Jitendra Sharma, Agniveervayu Khemaram Kumawat, and Agniveervayu Danish Alam.

The co-pilot survived the crash and is currently receiving medical treatment.

Following the accident, the IAF initiated immediate rescue and recovery operations. A Court of Inquiry has been formally ordered to determine the cause of the crash.

We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the fallen heroes who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.