Major plane crash in the Philippines: Private aircraft carrying six foreign nationals crashes; rescue operation underway

Manila (The Uttam Hindu News): A major aviation accident was reported in the southern Philippines on Tuesday, where a private aircraft carrying six foreign nationals lost control and crashed. As soon as information about the accident was received, local authorities and emergency response teams rushed to the spot. The crash triggered panic in the area. There has been no official confirmation so far on whether any of the foreign passengers or crew members aboard the aircraft lost their lives.

Crash reported near Digos City; disaster management teams search for wreckage

According to news agency Reuters, the accident occurred in an area near Digos City in Davao del Sur province. Confirming the incident, senior official Jomar Calledo of the Digos City disaster management agency said that an immediate rescue operation was launched after receiving information about the aircraft crash.

Rescue teams have reached the crash site and are making intensive efforts to safely evacuate anyone trapped in the wreckage.

Condition of passengers and cause of crash under investigation

Local authorities and aviation officials said that details are being gathered about the nationalities of the six foreign nationals aboard the aircraft and their intended destination. Orders have also been issued to investigate whether the crash occurred due to a technical malfunction or adverse weather conditions.

Rescue teams are working to establish the condition of those aboard the aircraft. The exact number of casualties will be known only after the official report is released.