IAF microlight aircraft makes safe forced landing near Prayagraj after technical snag, both pilots safe

The incident took place during a routine training sortie. PIC/PTI

An Indian Air Force microlight aircraft experienced a technical malfunction while undertaking a routine sortie from Air Force Station Bamrauli in Prayagraj on Wednesday.

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Both pilots on board are safe, the Air Force said.

The IAF has ordered a Court of Inquiry to ascertain the cause of the technical malfunction.

"A Microlite aircraft of the IAF, while undertaking a routine sortie, from AF Station Bamrauli near Prayagraj at 1215 hrs on 21 Jan 26, experienced a technical malfunction, and was safely force landed in an uninhabited area, ensuring no damage to civil life or property. Both pilots on board are safe. A Court of Inquiry has been ordered by IAF to ascertain the cause," an X post from the Indian Air Force said.

Further details are awaited.

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