CNI News
February 21, 2026

A Myanmar National Airlines (MNA) ATR-72-600 passenger plane, preparing to depart from Myitkyina Airport in Kachin State to Mandalay, was attacked by KIA-PDF using FPV suicide drones on February 20, 2026, at approximately 8:00 PM.

According to a statement released from Naypyidaw, the attack caused minor damage to the nose, mid-fuselage, and tail section of the aircraft due to bomb fragments. There were no reported deaths or injuries among the passengers on board.

A similar attack occurred previously on February 12, 2026, when the KIA-PDF targeted the airport in Myitkyina using FPV suicide drones.

Following these events, Naypyidaw issued a statement declaring that they would carry out effective and severe retaliatory measures.