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South Korea Navy Maritime Patrol Aircraft Crashes Near Pohang Base

A South Korean navy maritime patrol aircraft with four personnel on board crashed near a military base in Pohang on May 29, 2025. The crash occurred at 1:43 pm local time, with smoke spotted at the mountainous crash site. Authorities are investigating the cause and casualty details are yet to be confirmed.

South Korea Navy Maritime Patrol Aircraft Crashes Near Pohang Base

South Korea, May 29, 2025: A maritime patrol aircraft operated by the South Korean navy crashed near a military base in the southern city of Pohang on Thursday afternoon. The plane had four personnel on board at the time of the incident.

The crash occurred at approximately 1:43 pm local time (0443 GMT), according to an official statement released by the South Korean navy. Efforts are currently underway to determine the cause of the accident and to confirm the status of those aboard.

Earlier reports from Yonhap News Agency indicated that the aircraft went down in mountainous terrain along the east coast, citing information from local authorities. Eyewitnesses observed smoke rising from the crash site.

Rescue and investigation teams are actively responding to the incident. Further updates regarding casualties and the circumstances surrounding the crash will be provided as official details emerge.

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