Thai military plane crashes; pilot miraculously survives

(Web Desk): A training aircraft crashed into the sea near the city of Cham in Thailand.

According to international news agencies, there were initially reports that all six people on board had died in the crash. However, updated information confirms that the pilot miraculously survived.

The aircraft belonged to a security agency and was carrying the pilot along with five officers.

Initial reports stated that the pilot, Colonel Chaturong Wattanaprisarn, had also died in the crash, but later a local hospital confirmed that he is alive.

However, doctors have stated that the pilot is in critical condition and is being treated in the intensive care unit. The next few hours are said to be crucial for his survival.

The cause of the incident is still unknown. An inquiry committee has been formed to investigate the crash.

There is no evidence so far to suggest any terrorist involvement in the incident.