A PAF K-8 trainer aircraft crashed in the Manda Khel area near Mianwali during a routine training flight. Officials said the incident happened after the aircraft developed a technical fault while it was in the air.
According to initial reports, both pilots on board managed to eject safely before the crash. They were not injured in the incident and were later reported to be in stable condition.
Authorities said the pilots showed quick response and were able to guide the aircraft away from populated areas before leaving the jet. This helped prevent any loss of life or damage to homes and property on the ground.
The aircraft involved in the crash is used for training new pilots in the Pakistan Air Force. It is a joint project between Pakistan and China and is commonly used for basic and advanced pilot training.
Emergency teams and PAF officials reached the crash site shortly after the incident. Security personnel secured the area while investigations were launched to determine the exact cause of the malfunction.
Videos and images from the crash site later appeared on social media, showing debris from the aircraft in the rural area. However, officials have urged the public to avoid spreading unverified information until the investigation is complete.
The Pakistan Air Force has confirmed that a detailed inquiry will be conducted to identify the technical issue and prevent similar incidents in the future.
