Author: NA Mirza

Military Aviation The Dubai Airshow 2025 was meant to be a global display arena where nations showcased their finest aviation technologies. For India, it was an opportunity to solidify the IAF Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) as a credible, export-ready indigenous fighter. Instead, the event turned into a moment of national grief and international scrutiny when an Indian Air Force IAF Tejas Mk-1 crashed during its aerial display, killing the pilot, Wing Commander Namansh Syal. The incident has left the aviation world asking one crucial question: Was this simply a devastating accident — or does it reveal deeper systemic issues…