Mourning Commander Ded, Colonel Pongrat Yaemngamriap, Commander of Ranger Regiment 11, who died in an accident during a parachuting mission.
On 23 March 2026, reporters reported that the Facebook page of Ranger Regiment 11 posted a message stating: “Ranger Regiment 11 expresses our deepest condolences on the passing of Colonel Pongrat Yaemngamriap, Commander of Ranger Regiment 11. May the merit of your deeds lead your soul to peace.”
To the soul of the brave...
From the day you joined until the day you left, your smile, dedication, and sacrifice will remain in the hearts of Ranger 11 soldiers and will shine forever in our memories.”
Our condolences to the family of Colonel Pongrat Yaemngamriap.
Meanwhile, the Mi-17V5 Team Thailand Facebook page posted the following message: “In memory of Colonel Pongrat Yaemngamriap, Commander of Ranger Regiment 11.”
We never imagined that the mission to assist forestry officers that day would be the last mission our team would share with him. The commander was on the aircraft with us from start to finish. His words that we still remember are: “I am a parachutist, but sitting in the Mi-17 flying this mission, I was still scared. You all fly very well.” May you rest in peace.
Many people have expressed their condolences and paid tribute to Colonel Pongrat Yaemngamriap, also known as Commander Ded, following the parachuting accident that claimed his life. However, official details are still awaited from his unit regarding the facts.