A T-34 trainer crashed at Kaohsiung, killing two colonel pilots; Air Force says fleet is operational and will buy a new trainer
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Air Force to buy trainer with ejection seats, black boxes
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Published Jun 3, 2026 11:25 AM ・ Updated Jun 27, 2026 10:03 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)
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⚡ Key Points
- T-34 crash kills two pilots; Air Force says plane is serviceable, will buy trainer
- A T-34 trainer crashed at Kaohsiung's Gangshan base, killing two colonel pilots.
- The Air Force says the aircraft hasn't reached its lifespan, remains functional, and will plan new procurement including ejection seats and black boxes.
T-34 crash kills two pilots; Air Force says plane is serviceable, will buy trainer
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- Announced Jun 3, 2026 11:25 AM — Distributor CNA (Central News Agency)
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FAQ
What happened to the T-34 trainer?
It crashed at Kaohsiung, killing two pilots.
Is there a service-life concern for T-34?
Air Force says T-34 hasn't reached its limit.
What are the future procurement plans?
Add ejection seats and black boxes to aircraft.
Who maintains the T-34 fleet?
Hanxiang Company maintains it under contract.
When will new aircraft be acquired?
Will proceed as scheduled, no exact date given.
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