Philippine Air Force Trainer Jet Crashes in Benguet, Two Dead

A Philippine Air Force trainer aircraft crashed in a Benguet forest, resulting in the deaths of two pilots. Initial reports indicated two personnel were found unconscious or injured at the crash site.

20 May, 17:11 — 20 May, 17:11

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2 PAF pilots dead in Benguet trainer aircraft crash

MANILA, Philippines — Two Philippine Air Force (PAF) pilots were killed after an SF-260 trainer aircraft crashed during a navigation training flight in Benguet province on Wednesday, authorities said. PAF spokesperson Col. Ma. Christina Basco confirmed the deaths hours after the incident. “We are deeply saddened to inform that both pilots passed,” Basco said. The

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First report: Rappler · 20 May, 05:37|Full coverage: 2 · 12h|Window: 12h

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Philippine Air Force Trainer Jet Crashes in Benguet, Two Dead

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