Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:59pm on 20 May 2026,Wednesday International
A Chinese-made JF-17 Thunder fighter jet of the Pakistan Air Force crashed during a routine training mission in Pakistan, according to reports. Both pilots managed to eject safely before the aircraft went down, preventing any loss of life. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash, with initial reports pointing toward a possible technical malfunction. The JF-17, jointly developed by China and Pakistan, is one of the Pakistan Air Force’s key combat aircraft. The incident has once again raised concerns over fighter jet safety and maintenance as military aviation accidents continue to occur during training operations worldwide.
