Two military personnel killed in aircraft accident

Lieutenant Colonel Antranig Sarkissian and Lieutenant Quentin Klysz were killed in an accident involving a Mirage 2000D aircraft on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, while on duty in the Rogéville area of Meurthe-et-Moselle. The incident occurred during a routine training exercise, according to initial reports from the French air force.

Mirage 2000D aircraft involved

The Mirage 2000D is a multirole fighter jet developed by France’s Dassault Aviation. It has been in service with the French Air and Space Force since the early 1990s and is known for its versatility in both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions.

Lieutenant Colonel Antranig Sarkissian’s background

Lieutenant Colonel Antranig Sarkissian, who was 44 years old, spent his childhood in Segré-en-Anjou Bleu, Maine-et-Loire. He had served in the French military for over two decades and was known for his dedication to training and operational readiness.

Investigation into the cause of the accident

Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the accident. The French air force has stated that it will provide updates as more information becomes available, and that the safety of personnel remains a top priority.