PAF plane crashes near Bhakkar

BHAKKAR: A Pakistan Air Force (PAF) plane crashed 90 km away from Bhakkar on Monday, Geo News reported. According to PAF spokesman, the F-7 jet was on a routine training mission and crashed due to a technical fault. According to the police a 14-year-old boy was killed when the fuel tank of the jet exploded.

The female pilot ejected from the jet prior to the crash, however she sustained injuries and was taken to the Mianwali hospital for treatment. The area was cordoned off and people were asked to stay away from the crash site.

The formation of an inquiry board has been ordered to investigate the reasons behind the crash.