Ajit Pawar’s jet was airworthy, both pilots were medically fit: Initial probe

Ajit Pawar’s Jet Was Airworthy, Both Pilots Medically Fit: Initial Probe

✍️ Editor: Sudhir Choudhary
📅 January 29, 2026

New Delhi/Mumbai — An initial review by aviation authorities has found that the private jet linked to Maharashtra leader Ajit Pawar was airworthy and that both pilots were medically fit, officials said on Wednesday. The clarification follows a wave of unverified claims on social media alleging an aircraft crash involving Pawar.

Authorities stressed that no crash involving Ajit Pawar has been reported, and the preliminary findings are part of routine verification undertaken after misinformation circulated online. Officials said the review was conducted to address public concern and to place verified facts on record.

Aircraft Status and Crew Fitness

According to officials familiar with the checks, maintenance records showed the aircraft met prescribed airworthiness requirements, while the pilots’ licences and medical certifications were valid at the time of the alleged incident. There were no defect reports, distress calls, or emergency notifications filed with air traffic services that would indicate an accident or serious incident.

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Aviation regulators reiterated that any accident or serious incident triggers mandatory reporting and immediate response protocols, none of which were activated in this case.

No Evidence of an Incident

Officials said there is no evidence to support claims of a crash, including no corroboration from airport authorities, emergency responders, or hospitals. Local administrations confirmed there were no deployments consistent with an aviation emergency involving a high-profile passenger.

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They added that the circulating videos and posts lack verifiable details such as time, location, aircraft registration, or official identifiers, preventing authentication.

What Is Known and What Is Not

Confirmed: The aircraft linked to the claims was airworthy based on initial checks.
Confirmed: Both pilots held valid medical clearances.
Confirmed: No crash involving Ajit Pawar has been reported to aviation or emergency authorities.
Not Released: The source of the viral posts and videos; no investigation into their origin has been announced.

Officials urged the public to rely on verified information from recognized institutions and avoid sharing unconfirmed content that can cause unnecessary alarm.

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