Commendation awarded to the training pilot involved in the accident.

In a very short time, with the aircraft in an emergency situation at low altitude and falling rapidly, potentially life-threatening, Major Do Tien Duc calmly steered the aircraft away from densely populated areas and parachuted to safety.

The tail section of the plane fell into a farmer's field.

On January 13th, information from the Ministry of National Defense indicated that General Phan Van Giang, Minister of National Defense, had signed Decision No. 129A/QD-BQP awarding a commendation to Major Do Tien Duc, Squadron Commander of Squadron 1, Regiment 929, Division 372, Air Defense - Air Force Command, for his calm and resourceful handling of an unforeseen situation in the air, minimizing damage to people's lives and property. Prior to this, the Minister of National Defense had decided to promote pilot Do Tien Duc from Captain to Major.

On January 9th, while carrying out a training plan of the 929th Regiment, Major Do Tien Duc was assigned to pilot Su-22M4 aircraft number 5880 for a training flight. Upon completing the mission and returning to the airfield, the aircraft experienced a technical malfunction and was unable to land safely. Major Do Tien Duc reported to his flight commander and received orders to parachute out.

In a very short time, with the aircraft in an emergency situation at low altitude and falling rapidly, potentially life-threatening, Major Do Tien Duc calmly steered the aircraft away from densely populated areas and parachuted to safety.

TRAN BINH

Source: https://www.sggp.org.vn/tang-bang-khen-cho-phi-cong-lai-may-bay-huan-luyen-gap-tai-nan-post722612.html