US F-16 warplane crashes in Michigan, pilot ejects
A Texas-based US military fighter jet went down during a training mission as an evacuation order was issued in the Traverse City area.
An F-16 fighter jet belonging to the Texas Air National Guard crashed during routine training in Michigan on Thursday, according to the unit that operates the aircraft. The incident occurred near Traverse City, the unit reported on its Facebook page. The pilot was able to successfully eject from the plane. The cause of the crash is currently under investigation, with no further details provided.
Michigan's emergency management issued an evacuation order after the plane crash, while Senator Gary Peters of Michigan's northern district expressed concern and was closely monitoring the situation as more information becomes available.
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