A short clip from the Dubai Airshow 2025 showing India’s LCA Tejas parked with visible fluid beneath the fuselage has gone viral, prompting online speculation about an “oil leak.” Ground crew were seen placing plastic bags under the jet, turning the moment into a meme that quickly spread across social media. While organisers report no safety incident and officials have not clarified the cause, the footage has raised questions about whether it was a minor technical issue or a routine fluid release captured at an unfortunate angle—an unwelcome spotlight as India continues to promote Tejas to export customers.
