PAF Trainer Aircraft Crashes Near Mardan; Two Pilots Embrace Martyrdom

A Pakistan Air Force (PAF) trainer aircraft crashed near Mardan during a routine training mission, resulting in the martyrdom of two pilots. The deceased officers have been identified as Muhammad Qasim Abdullah and Taha Abbasi.

According to official sources, a Board of Inquiry has been constituted by Air Headquarters to investigate the incident and determine the cause of the crash.

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, along with the Services Chiefs and all ranks of the Pakistan Armed Forces, expressed profound sorrow over the tragic loss of the two officers. They paid tribute to their sacrifice and extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, praying for strength and patience during this difficult time.

The nation joins the armed forces in mourning the loss of these brave servicemen who laid down their lives in the line of duty.