Fatal RTAF Training Crash in Chiang Mai

The transcription below features news stories from across Thailand, hosted by Alex on the Good Morning Thailand programme. The reports range from  a deadly crash during a Royal Thai Air Force training mission, a British Tourist hurt in an illegal paragliding mishap, and a Danish-Arab Influencer’s videos mocking Thai culture have gone viral.

1) Fatal RTAF Training Crash in Chiang Mai
A Royal Thai Air Force light attack aircraft crashed during a routine training mission in Chiang Mai’s Chom Thong district, killing both pilots on board. Authorities have sealed off the forested crash site as investigations into the cause continue.

2) British Tourist Hurt in Illegal Paragliding Mishap
A British tourist was injured after attempting to paraglide illegally inside a national park in Krabi, crashing into a cliff face. Officials say the activity was unauthorised and are reviewing safety enforcement to prevent similar incidents.

3) Missing Bangkok Girl Found After Online Game Lure
A 12-year-old girl missing for four days in Bangkok has been found safe after police linked her disappearance to contact made through an online game. A suspect has been detained, reigniting concerns over online safety for children.

4) Danish-Arab Influencer Draws Backlash in Pattaya
A Danish-Arab influencer has sparked outrage after posting videos in Pattaya mocking Thai police and local culture. The clips have gone viral, fuelling debate over respect and behaviour by foreign visitors in Thailand.

5) Thai Netizens React to Living Statue Incident in Japan
A street performer in Japan came under fire after appearing to strike the child of a Thai actress during a performance. The family later confirmed the boy was unharmed and described the incident as accidental.

6) FDA Warns Over Unregistered Herbal Inhaler
Thailand’s FDA has warned consumers about an unregistered herbal inhaler found to be using questionable licensing information. Officials urge the public to check product registrations before purchasing health items.

7) Police to Start Traffic Enforcement With Warnings First
Royal Thai Police will introduce a new policy in early 2026 focusing on verbal warnings before issuing traffic fines. Authorities say the move aims to improve road safety through education rather than punishment.

8) Travel Guide: Explore Thailand Like Lisa
Thailand’s tourism authority is promoting six scenic destinations linked to BLACKPINK’s Lisa as part of its “Feel All the Feelings” campaign. The route highlights iconic sites from Bangkok to Chiang Rai and the southern rainforests.