On Thursday, a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Super Mushshak trainer aircraft crashed in Kaduna around 2:35 pm.
Fortunately, there were no casualties reported as both pilots managed to escape unharmed from the incident.
In a statement released by NAF spokesman, Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, it was revealed that the accident occurred approximately 3.5 nautical miles from Kaduna Military Airfield.
The aircraft was carrying out a routine training flight when the mishap transpired.
“The accident, which occurred at about 3.5 nautical miles from Kaduna Military Airfield, involved two pilots, who were returning from a routine training flight. Luckily, both pilots came out of the crash unscathed,” the statement assured.
Following the incident, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, promptly ordered a preliminary investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
“The Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has since directed for a preliminary investigation to ascertain the immediate cause of the crash,” the statement confirmed.
This incident underscores the inherent risks involved in military aviation training activities and highlights the importance of continuous safety measures and investigations to prevent future accidents.
