On 29/1, Phu Yen General Hospital reported that Lieutenant Dinh Thanh Trung, a pilot with Air Force Regiment 940, Air Force Officer School, Air Defense - Air Force Service, was discharged after his health stabilized. His unit visited and congratulated him.

Hospital leadership presented flowers to congratulate Lieutenant Dinh Thanh Trung on his discharge. *Photo: Phu Yen General Hospital*

On the morning of 28/1, Lieutenant Trung piloted a Yak-130 aircraft for a scheduled training exercise. After nearly 20 minutes of flight, the aircraft experienced a technical malfunction and lost contact.

The pilot attempted to resolve the issue but was unsuccessful. He steered the aircraft towards Hon Vinh mountain in Dong Hoa ward to avoid populated areas. After identifying a suitable location, Lieutenant Trung activated his ejection parachute and landed in Hoa Hiep ward.

The ejection seat from the military aircraft was discovered by residents and handed over to the military. *Photo: Nguyet Nhi*

Phu Yen General Hospital stated that Lieutenant Trung was admitted at 9h on 28/1 with minor facial abrasions. Upon his arrival, the hospital activated its "internal red alert" protocol. They mobilized all resources for prompt treatment and coordinated with Lieutenant Trung's unit to ensure comprehensive care during his recovery.

A hospital representative confirmed, "After one day of monitoring, care, and treatment, his condition stabilized, and no abnormalities were detected."

Bui Toan