Thai Queen makes first solo flight in fighter jet

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What happened

Thailand’s Queen Suthida made her first solo flight in a fighter jet, according to the Thai Royal Household.

Key facts

  • Thailand’s Queen Suthida made her first solo flight in a fighter jet, according to the Thai Royal Household.
  • Reported by BBC News and published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 19:48:26 UTC.

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