Tejas Crash at Dubai Airshow Raises Oil Leak Questions
Pilot Dies in Tejas Crash
An Indian Air Force Tejas fighter jet crashed during its flying display at the Dubai Airshow.
The incident occurred on Friday and sadly killed the pilot.
The Tejas crash Dubai Airshow incident immediately triggered questions online.
People linked an older video to the tragedy within minutes.
‘Oil Leak’ Video Resurfaces Online
For days, social media users discussed an alleged technical issue with the aircraft.
A viral video appeared to show fluid dripping from a Tejas fighter jet.
Many labelled it an “oil leak” and claimed the aircraft had mechanical problems.
The video gained traction again after the fatal crash.
Officials Reject Oil Leak Claims
Indian authorities strongly denied the oil leak allegation.
The Press Information Bureau posted a clarification on X.
It stated that the fluid seen in the video was routine condensation drainage.
Officials said it was part of a standard pre-flight safety process.
They also called the viral clip a “false narrative” meant to damage the jet’s reputation.
According to officials, the fighter’s technical reliability remains proven and trusted.
Netizens Link Video to Crash
Despite official statements, internet users continued debating the issue.
Many questioned why the aircraft was cleared for flight.
Some suggested that the resurfaced video should have raised concerns.
Others said that both the footage and the crash demanded deeper investigation.
🇮🇳 INDIAN #Tejas fighter just CRASHED at the #Dubai Air Show! Don't these people ever learn? Why would you fly a plane that's LEAKING OIL? ✈️🤦♂️ pic.twitter.com/iTCpJ3vBZK
— Turkish Century (@TurkishCentury) November 21, 2025
Looks like a pilot mistake. #Tejas #DubaiAirShow pic.twitter.com/o96QHhGEMt
— Sunil Chouhan (@sunilc65) November 21, 2025
We kept warning about the oil leak and lack of maintenance but all was ignored.#Tejas pic.twitter.com/Yvat9sMnim
— Zohan Mehar (@ZohanTalks) November 21, 2025
PIB Fact Check, where are you now?
— Dimo Tai (@dimo_tai) November 21, 2025
X Users warned about the oil leakage yesterday, and today the #Tejas aircraft has actually crashed at Dubai Air Show. It’s concerning how such serious faults are falsely covered instead of being addressed.
I just hope the pilot is safe. pic.twitter.com/CjOqVtxX0h
We kept warning about the oil leak and the glaring maintenance failures but everything was brushed aside.
— South West Defender (@SW_Defender) November 21, 2025
Today’s Tejas crash is not an accident it is the exact outcome of negligence wrapped in overconfidence.#Tejas #DubaiAirShow #India pic.twitter.com/X9dEvl3o0f
It is sad to lose your life like that because everyone involved was too lazy to check for oil leak. https://t.co/PZp6Oautn0
— Wassal 🇩🇿🇲🇦 (@wassalshbh) November 21, 2025
This country is unbelievable. How is anyone supposed to trust a single official statement at this point?
— @SyndromeKnight (@syndrome_knight) November 21, 2025
Yesterday PIB was chest-thumping about ‘no oil leak reported,’ and today a Tejas crashes and the pilot dies.
The denial vs. reality gap is so insane it feels like we’re… pic.twitter.com/H2BALcBXgt
Experts Explain High-Risk Aerobatic Flying
Retired Air Marshal Asim Saleem commented on the incident.
He told Geo News that such crashes can occur during risky aerobatics.
He said pilots fly extremely close to the ground during displays.
A slight mistake can cause a disaster due to zero margin for error.
He added that most such crashes result from pilot error or technical failure.
Expert Points to Possible Technical Fault
Air Marshal Saleem referenced the viral video during his analysis.
He said it increased the possibility of a technical fault in this incident.
He also noted concerns raised earlier by India’s air chief.
The air chief had claimed that some HAL products do not meet IAF standards.
Saleem said pressure during major airshows increases the chances of error.
Pilots and aircraft both operate under intense scrutiny during these events.
