The incident occurred in a remote border area between Hoa Xuan Commune and Dong Hoa Ward. The pilot was injured after ejecting and was taken to Phu Yen General Hospital in Tuy Hoa Ward for treatment.
Authorities in Dong Hoa Ward said they were aware of the crash and were verifying details, while officials in Hoa Xuan Commune said the site lay outside their jurisdiction but that they were coordinating with relevant forces.
Military units and local authorities are working together to handle the incident and secure the area.