Egyptian military training aircraft crashes, crew killed

An Egyptian military training aircraft crashed during an air force exercise on Monday, resulting in the death of its crew, according to a statement by military spokesman Gharib Abdel Hafez.

The crash occurred due to a technical malfunction, though the exact location, number of casualties, and aircraft type were not disclosed. According to media outlets, Egypt’s air force operates a mix of aircraft from France, Russia, and the U.S.

The incident follows previous crashes, including a fatal helicopter accident in November 2024 and a non-fatal fighter jet crash during exercises in 2022. Investigations into the latest crash are ongoing.