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Tragedy in the Skies-Experienced Pilot Loses Life in Fighter Jet Crash

May 31, 2025
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Tragedy in the Skies-Experienced Pilot Loses Life in Fighter Jet Crash

 

A devastating incident has shaken the Air Force of Zimbabwe (AFZ) as a veteran pilot, Squadron Leader (retired) Ritswanetsi Vuyo Ncube, lost his life in a tragic fighter jet crash on Friday, May 30. The F-7 fighter aircraft went down in the Wazheri area along the Gweru-Mvuma Road during a routine training mission, sending shockwaves through the military community.

Squadron Leader Ncube, a highly respected and experienced pilot, had returned from retirement to continue serving in the Air Force, sharing his expertise with young pilots at Josiah Tungamirai Air Force Base. His passion for aviation and dedication to national duty had earned him admiration from his peers.

The Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) expressed profound sadness at the loss, with Colonel Alphios Makotore describing the incident as a “dark cloud” that has engulfed the ZDF family. General Philip Valerio Sibanda, Commander of the ZDF, paid tribute to the late pilot, saying, “Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of the deceased pilot. I want to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of the deceased for this sad loss.”

As the investigation into the cause of the crash begins, the nation mourns the loss of a dedicated serviceman who gave his life in the line of duty. The incident serves as a poignant reminder of the risks and sacrifices made by those who serve in the military.

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