India’s homegrown LCA Tejas fighter jet has not crashed, according to an authoritative statement from manufacturer Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). Released on Monday, the update counters exaggerated media accounts of an aerial incident.
Clarifying the facts, HAL described the episode as a negligible ground-level technical fault, managed efficiently under routine maintenance without any severe consequences or personnel risks.
The Tejas boasts one of the best safety profiles among modern combat aircraft, thanks to its sophisticated technology, superior avionics, and uncompromised safety measures. In coordination with the Indian Air Force, HAL is delving deep into technical aspects for optimal outcomes.
Key developments propel the initiative forward: securing a deal for 97 LCA Mk1A jets, inaugurating a new production facility in Nashik on October 17, 2025, for 24 annual units, and a engine supply contract with General Electric for 113 F404-IN20 units by 2032.
Appealing against unverified rumors, HAL stressed disseminating only authenticated information. The Tejas remains a secure, robust program enhancing India’s military strength, operating without a hitch.