Pakistan Air Force trainer aircraft crashes, killing 2.

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Islamabad, June 15 (Reporter Yang Kai, Tang Binhui) - The Pakistan Armed Forces Public Relations Department stated on the 15th that a Pakistan Air Force training aircraft crashed during a routine flight training in the Mardan area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in the northwest of the country, resulting in the deaths of two pilots.

The statement said that the Pakistan Air Force Headquarters has established an investigation committee to determine the cause of the accident.

The statement also mentioned that Pakistani President Zardari, Prime Minister Shahbaz, and Army Chief of Staff Munir expressed deep sorrow over the crash and extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims.

Classification
Region
South Asia
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category
Casualties & Losses
Subcategory
Personnel Losses
SALUTE Report
Size
2 pilots
Activity
A training aircraft crashed during a routine flight
Location
Mardan · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa · Pakistan
Unit
Pakistan Air Force
Time
June 15
Equipment
training aircraft
Summary

A Pakistan Air Force training aircraft crashed in Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on June 15, resulting in the deaths of two pilots. The Air Force has formed an investigation committee to ascertain the cause of the accident. President Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz expressed their condolences to the families of the deceased.

Key Facts
  • A Pakistan Air Force training aircraft crashed in Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
  • Two pilots were killed in the incident.
  • An investigation committee has been established to determine the cause of the crash.
  • The President and Prime Minister of Pakistan expressed condolences to the victims' families.