Taiwan Air Force officer killed after being ‘inhaled’ by fighter jet’s engine

A tragic incident occurred at Ching Chuan Kang Air Base in Taiwan, where a Taiwanese Air Force officer lost her life after being sucked into the engine of a fighter jet. The master sergeant was conducting a routine pre-shutdown inspection of the aircraft when the incident occurred. Despite efforts to save her life, she was pronounced dead.

The Taiwan Air Force stated that the officer was “inhaled by the engine for unknown reasons,” and an investigation is currently underway to determine the cause of the accident. The Air Force expressed deep sadness over the loss and pledged to assist the officer’s family with the aftermath. They also committed to reviewing and improving their work processes to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

The victim had served in the military for approximately 17 years and was a valuable member of the Air Force. The aircraft involved in the incident was an Indigenous Defense Fighter, and according to a source familiar with the plane, the likelihood of a ground crew member being sucked into the engine is extremely low due to the small intake opening. The source also mentioned that the engine should have been at a slow rotation after landing, making it unlikely for such an accident to occur.

Security cameras in the hangar where the incident took place will provide valuable insight into the sequence of events. The Air Force is cooperating with prosecutors to uncover the truth behind this tragic incident.

This heartbreaking event serves as a reminder of the risks that military personnel face every day in their line of duty. The Air Force community mourns the loss of one of their own and is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all its members.