A Taiwan Air Force T-34 trainer aircraft crashed; the leader of Taiwan's authorities instructed a thorough investigation into the cause and expressed concern for the families involved.

Today, a T-34 trainer aircraft of the Taiwan Air Force crashed. Taiwan's "Premier" Cho Jung-tai stated that the two military personnel had long been dedicated to flight training and combat readiness, fulfilling their duties conscientiously on the job. He expressed his deepest condolences and highest respect for the fallen colleagues. President Lai Qingde has instructed the Defense Department and the Air Force to spare no effort in assisting the families, properly handling follow-up funeral arrangements, compensation, and care matters.

Cho Jung-tai said that President Lai has directed the Defense Department to establish a special task group to investigate the cause, promptly review the aircraft condition, training procedures, and related safety management, ensuring flight training safety. The subsequent investigation progress and handling details should also be timely communicated to the families and the public by the Defense Department.

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