14.06.2026 09:41
An F/A-18 Hornet fighter jet conducting a routine training flight crashed in Washington state, USA. The pilot managed to eject using the ejection seat before the crash and sustained minor injuries. A fire broke out in the wooded area near Rimrock Lake where the aircraft crashed, and crews have begun extinguishing efforts in the region.
A F/A-18 Hornet fighter jet conducting a training flight crashed in the US state of Washington. The pilot managed to eject using the ejection seat before the crash and was slightly injured. A fire that broke out in the area where the plane crashed was brought under control.
CRASHED DURING TRAINING FLIGHT
A fighter jet crashed during a routine training flight in the US state of Washington. The accident occurred near Rimrock Lake.
It was reported that the F/A-18 Hornet fighter jet, based at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in California, crashed for an unknown reason during a training mission.
PILOT RESCUED BY EJECTION SEAT
The pilot, who ejected from the aircraft using the ejection seat before the accident, was reported to be slightly injured. The pilot's health condition is stated to be good.
FIRE BROKE OUT IN FORESTED AREA
A fire broke out in the forested area after the plane crashed. Authorities have initiated firefighting efforts to bring the fire under control. An investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing.