Five Indian Air Force personnel died Saturday morning after an AN-32 transport aircraft crashed at Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam [1, 3].

The accident occurred during a landing attempt at the air base, where the aircraft caught fire upon impact [1, 2]. This incident marks a significant loss of life and equipment for the IAF in the region.

The crash took place on June 13, 2026 [3]. Visuals from the scene show the moment the aircraft went down at the facility in Assam [1, 2]. The AN-32 is a transport aircraft utilized by the IAF for various logistical, and operational duties [1, 2].

Emergency responders and military officials attended to the wreckage at the Jorhat Air Force Station [1, 2]. Reports indicate that the aircraft ignited following the crash, complicating immediate recovery efforts [1, 2].

Authorities have launched an official investigation into the cause of the accident [1]. The specific reason for the crash remains unknown as investigators analyze the wreckage and flight data [1].

The IAF has not yet released the names of the five personnel who died in the crash [3]. The military continues to manage the site at the air base to secure the area, and gather evidence for the probe [1, 2].

“Five Indian Air Force personnel died Saturday morning after an AN-32 transport aircraft crashed.”

The loss of five personnel and an AN-32 transport aircraft highlights the ongoing operational risks associated with military transport flights. An official investigation will be critical to determine if the crash was caused by mechanical failure, human error, or environmental factors at the Jorhat Air Force Station.