Jets collide at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho
Two fighter jets crashed into each other during an air show at the Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho Sunday.
This caused the base to be locked down immediately after the incident.
Airshow News reported that the two aircraft involved were U.S. Navy E/A-18G Growlers conducting an aerial demonstration. Videos on social media show the Growlers colliding, with parachutes deploying shortly after. The jets then fall to the ground in plumes of black smoke.
Four crew members have been recovered by emergency personnel, according to Airshow News. Kim Sykes, marketing director with Silver Wings of Idaho, which helped to plan the air show, told The Associated Press all four ejected safely. Nobody else was hurt, either, Sykes said.
“Everyone is safe and I think that’s the most important thing,” she said.
“Emergency responders are on the scene, an investigation is underway and more details will be released as they become available,” the Mountain Home Air Force Base Gunfighters said in a statement.
Mountain Home Police announced the air show’s cancellation.
“Please DO NOT travel to or attempt to access Mountain Home Air Force Base as a spectator, as the event will no longer be taking place,” police said. “We understand many were looking forward to this event and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.”
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