WATCH: Tejas Fighter Jet Crashes During Demonstration At Dubai Air Show | Tejas Crash Video

Tejas Jet Crash: A major flying demonstration at the Dubai Air Show turned into a dramatic emergency on Friday when an Indian-made HAL Tejas fighter jet crashed while performing an aerial routine. The aircraft went down at approximately 2:10 p.m. local time at Al Maktoum International Airport, sending thick black smoke billowing into the sky as startled spectators watched. Emergency vehicles rushed toward the crash site as alarms sounded across the venue. The Dubai Air Show, one of the largest aviation events in the world, has drawn industry leaders and top defense officials, including major aircraft deals announced earlier in the week. The Tejas — a key element of India’s push for indigenous defense manufacturing — was participating as a showcase of the country’s emerging aerospace capabilities. Investigators from both the UAE and India are expected to probe the incident, with further updates anticipated as details emerge.