Kanpur Plane Crash: Training Aircraft Falls Near Ganga Barrage, 2 Pilot Killed

A private training aircraft crashed near Kanpur’s Ganga Barrage on Thursday morning, killing the pilot on the spot and leaving the co-pilot seriously injured. Officials have started an investigation to determine the cause of the tragic crash.

Post Published By: Sreeja Chowdhury

Updated : 27 August 2026, 1:18 PM IST

Wreckage of a training aircraft after it crashed near Kanpur’s Ganga Barrage (Img: X)

Kanpur: A tragic aviation accident took place in Uttar Pradesh’s Kanpur on Thursday after a twin-engine training aircraft crashed in a field near the banks of the Ganges River, killing both the pilot and co-pilot.

Aircraft Lost Control Before Crash

According to officials, the training aircraft lost control while flying before crashing into a field near the Ganga riverbank. The exact cause of the accident is not known yet, and authorities have started an investigation to determine what led to the crash.

Emergency Teams Reach Crash Site

Soon after receiving information about the incident, emergency services and local authorities rushed to the spot. Rescue teams secured the area and began examining the crash site.

Officials are collecting details related to the aircraft, flight operation and conditions before the accident.

Yogi Adityanath Expresses Grief

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences over the deaths of the two pilots. He prayed for peace for the departed souls and extended his sympathies to the families of the victims.

The Chief Minister also wished strength to the bereaved families to bear the immense loss.

Investigation Underway

The cause behind the Kanpur aircraft crash remains unclear. Aviation authorities and officials are expected to investigate whether technical issues, operational errors or other factors contributed to the accident.