US F-16 warplane crashes in Michigan
WASHINGTON: A Texas-based US military F-16 fighter jet crashed Thursday during a training mission in Michigan, with the pilot able to eject, the unit to which the aircraft belonged said.
An F-16 fighter jet from Texas crashed during a training exercise in Michigan on Thursday, according to the unit that operates the aircraft. The Texas Air National Guard F-16 Fighting Falcon, part of the 149th Fighter Wing, experienced a crash near Traverse City. The pilot managed to safely eject from the plane. The incident is currently under investigation, with no additional details provided.
Emergency officials in Grand Traverse County have issued an evacuation order following the crash. Senator Gary Peters of Michigan's northern district has been informed of the event and is actively monitoring the situation for further information.
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