An Indian Air Force Antonov An-32 crashed during landing approach at Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam, killing five aircrew. The transport broke apart and caught fire after the impact, leaving the wreckage burned and scattered across the site.
The aircraft, identified as IAF An-32 KA2678, was on a routine mission when it came down in the final approach phase. Indian military authorities have opened an investigation into whether a technical fault, crew handling, or a runway excursion sequence triggered the accident.
The loss removes another An-32 airframe from a fleet that still carries a heavy logistics burden across India’s eastern sector. The findings will shape sustainment decisions and risk controls for legacy transport operations.