A Philippine military aircraft collided mid-air near Manila, resulting in the deaths of four pilots. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, October 24, according to local authorities. The two planes, both military aircraft, crashed in the area of Clark Air Base, which is located near the capital.
The Philippine Air Force confirmed the crash and stated that the pilots were all killed. Initial reports suggest that the collision happened due to a loss of communication between the two aircraft. The exact cause of the crash is under investigation.
This is the second major aviation incident involving military aircraft in the Philippines this year. In March, a similar collision near the same base resulted in the deaths of three pilots. The Philippine government has since launched an inquiry into the safety protocols and communication systems used by the military aviation sector.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of military aviation operations in the region. The Philippine Air Force has pledged to review its procedures and enhance safety measures to prevent such tragedies in the future. The families of the victims have not yet commented publicly.
