An Indian Air Force (IAF) AN-32 transport aircraft was involved in an accident on Friday at the Jorhat Air Force station in Assam. The incident occurred as the aircraft was attempting to land at the airbase, as confirmed by IAF officials.
Reports from within the defence establishment suggest that the aircraft caught fire shortly after it touched down on the runway. This immediate conflagration triggered a comprehensive emergency response within the airbase premises, with firefighting operations swiftly initiated to control the blaze at the accident site.
Following the incident, senior IAF officials promptly arrived at the scene to assess the situation and oversee the ongoing operations. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation.
Crucially, details regarding any potential casualties are yet to be ascertained and confirmed by authorities. The IAF has stated that further information will be released as it becomes available. The Jorhat Air Force station is a key operational base in India's Northeast, making this incident a matter of significant concern for regional defence logistics.
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