New Delhi, Nov. 28 -- Hindustan Aeronautics Limited Chairman and Managing Director DK Sunil has reaffirmed that the Tejas light combat aircraft's safety record is "the best in the world," and that there is "absolutely no problem" with the aircraft.

Talking about the recent crash at the Dubai Airshow, which took the life of Wing Commander Syal, the HAL chairman said that it was an "unfortunate incident", but it will not have any impact on the future of the aircraft. He also dismissed any alleged conspiracy over the crash, reaffirming confidence the armed forces has in the HAL.

"There is absolutely no problem with the Tejas, it is absolutely safe, and its safety record is the best in the world. What you saw in Dubai was an unfortunate inc...