Flying officer Mariam Mukhtar was killed in the F-7 plane crash near Kundian, Mianwali, Waqt News reported. She was on a routine flight with squadron leader Saqib Abbasi, according to reports.
According to spokesperson of Pakistan Air Force (PAF) she had got injured in the incident but could not fight the injuries. "She is first female pilot to be martyred", the spokesperson added.
”Squarden Leader Saqib Abbasi has got minor injuries in the incident,” the spokesperson told the media.
Flying Officer Mariam Mukhtar embraced martyrdom in #PAF FT-7 crash near Mianwali. Rest in peace comrade! pic.twitter.com/sTsYJLb7P6
— Maverick (@iFighterPilot) November 24, 2015
Pakistani women aren't only joining the front ranks now but also laying their lives for the country. Let that sink in. Rest in peace Mariam!
— Maverick (@iFighterPilot) November 24, 2015
Prayers for Squadron Leader Saqib, instructor pilot, critically injured in today's FT-7 crash, being treated at ICU, vitals stable.
— Maverick (@iFighterPilot) November 24, 2015
