Two Indian Air Force (IAF) pilots died after a Jaguar fighter aircraft crashed in Rajasthan’s Churu district on Tuesday. The pilots were identified as Squadron Leader Lokendra Singh Sindhu (44) and Flight Lieutenant Rishi Raj Singh (23).

Two Indian Air Force pilots, Sqn Ldr Lokender and Flt Lt Rishi Raj Singh, were killed in a Jaguar fighter jet crash near Churu, Rajasthan. The IAF has initiated a court of inquiry to determine the cause of the accident while extending condolences to the families.

Both of the aviators were killed in the crash—reigniting a debate about the continued use of outdated and aging aircraft in everyday roles.