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Palace Extends Condolences to Families of Slain Air Force Pilots
Malacañang has expressed sympathy to the bereaved families of four Philippine Air Force pilots who perished in a midair collision during a training exercise in Batangas last month. The government pledged its full support to the grieving families during this difficult time.
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MANILA — The Palace on Monday conveyed its deepest condolences to the families of four Philippine Air Force pilots killed in a midair collision on October 23 during a training flight over Batangas province.
Malacañang assured the bereaved families that the government stands with them as they navigate their loss. The tragic incident involved two military aircraft that collided in midair while conducting routine training operations.
The deaths mark a significant loss for the Philippine Air Force and underscore the inherent risks faced by military aviation personnel during training missions. Details regarding the circumstances leading to the collision and the subsequent investigation have not been disclosed.
The Philippine Air Force has not released additional information about potential safety reviews or preventive measures being considered in response to the incident.