Air Force confirms two trainer planes involved in 'mishap' over Batangas

MANILA – The Philippine Air Force (PAF) confirmed that two of its SF-260 trainer planes figured in an "incident" while on a training flight over Fernando Air Base in Lipa City, Batangas on Friday.

In a statement Friday night, the PAF said the incident occurred around 3:51 p.m.

"Immediate response measures were activated upon the occurrence of the incident. Our primary priority remains the safety and welfare of the personnel involved, as well as the individuals within the vicinity of the incident site," it added.

The PAF said response teams have been dispatched to secure the area and conduct initial assessments.

"We will provide timely updates as more information becomes available," it added.

The PAF is still to confirm the exact cause of the mishap and whether there were any casualties. (PNA)