This is a developing story.
A small aircraft crashed in Pakngum District, Vientiane Capital, on the morning of Sunday, 8 March, leaving one person dead and another seriously injured, according to rescue officials.
The incident occurred behind Khoksa Airport, a small private airfield in the district. The Rescue Volunteer for People team reported receiving an emergency call at approximately 10:30 AM, prompting them to immediately dispatch personnel to the scene.
Upon arrival, rescue workers confirmed that a yellow small aircraft had gone down. One foreign national was pronounced dead at the scene, while one Lao national, a woman, sustained injuries and received emergency medical treatment.
Update 2:15 PM: Rescue officials have confirmed that the injured Lao woman has since succumbed to her injuries, bringing the total death toll to two.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
The Laotian Times will provide further updates as more information becomes available.
