08/04/2026
The Royal Thai Air Force says US aircraft flights in and out of Krabi airport are part of regular troop rotation and medical evacuation activities, with all permissions cleared through official channels, and are not connected to the Middle East conflict.
The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has moved to reassure residents in Krabi after sightings of frequent US military aircraft movements prompted speculation about links to the Middle East conflict.
Air Marshal Chakkrit Thammavichai, RTAF spokesperson, said reports that US military aircraft, including C-130, MV-22 Osprey, and H-60 Seahawk, have been taking off and landing at Krabi airport day and night, with dozens of flights per day, relate to routine operations and are not connected to fighting in the Middle East.
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