India’s Tejas fighter jet made headlines at the Dubai Airshow 2025 after a viral video surfaced showing fluid leaking from the aircraft while it was parked on the tarmac. The footage, captured by a visitor, showed clear liquid dripping from the jet, raising questions about its maintenance and readiness as India promotes Tejas in the global defense market.
Despite the incident, the Tejas fighter jet continues with its scheduled flight demonstrations at the airshow. As of now, there has been no official statement from India’s defense authorities or Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) regarding the cause of the leak or any corrective measures. Observers note that while such incidents can attract attention, Tejas’ performance and capabilities in live demonstrations remain under scrutiny by potential buyers and international defense enthusiasts.
