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PAF confirms incident involving 2 aircraft during Batangas training flight

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MANILA, Philippines — Two SF-260 aircraft were involved in an incident during a training flight at Fernando Air Base in Lipa City, Batangas on Friday afternoon, the Philippine Air Force (PAF) confirmed.

PAF spokesperson Col. Alvin Capinguian said the incident occurred at 3:51 p.m., prompting the immediate activation of emergency response measures.

He has yet to provide specific details.

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“Our primary priority remains the safety and welfare of the personnel involved, as well as the individuals within the vicinity of the incident site,” Capinguian said in a statement.

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Response teams were dispatched to secure the area and conduct initial assessments.

The Air Force has yet to disclose the circumstances of the event, the condition of the planes, or whether any personnel were injured.

Capinguian said the PAF will provide further updates as more information becomes available. /apl

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