First responders work at the site after a Philippines Air Force Lockheed C-130 plane carrying troops crashed on landing in Patikul, Sulu province, Philippines July 4, 2021. Armed Forces of the Philippines - Joint Task Force Sulu/Handout via REUTERS

The Philippines: At least 40 people rescued from army plane crash

On Jul 4, 2021

At least 40 people have been rescued from a military plane that crashed in the southern Philippines on Sunday, armed forces chief Cirilito Sobejana told reporters.

The plane was carrying 92 people, including three pilots and five other crew members, according to initial reports, Defence Minister Delfin Lorenzana said.

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