MiG-29K. Photo for representation
Panaji: A MiG 29K fighter aircraft on Wednesday crashed over the sea on a routine sortie off the Goa coast, the Indian Navy said.
The officials said the aircraft crashed after it developed a technical malfunction while returning to base.
“Pilot ejected safely and was recovered in a swift search and rescue operation,” the official said.
The pilot was reported to be in stable condition.
A Board of Inquiry (BoI) has been ordered to investigate the cause of the incident.Further details are awaited.
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