The Philippine Air Force (PAF) has grounded all 16 remaining SF260 Marchetti trainer aircraft following a tragic crash in Benguet, which resulted in the deaths of 1st Lt. Ruth Angelique Pasos and 2nd Lt. Cherky Embudo. The incident occurred on Wednesday at 10:20 a.m. during a long navigation training flight in Barangay Cabuyao, Tuba. The aircraft went down while part of a group of 11 planes that had departed from Fernando Air Base in Lipa City, Batangas. While the other 10 planes successfully completed the flight, the SF260 crashed, and responders discovered the pilots unconscious at the site. They were transported to a hospital in Baguio City but succumbed to their injuries. In light of the crash, the PAF has suspended all training activities involving the SF260 fleet until an investigation is completed. The PAF expressed deep condolences for the lost pilots, recognizing their commitment and service to the country, assuring that their memory will inspire future generations of Filipino airmen.