F-16 crashes at a U.S. air base in Germany after exercises, pilot ejects
An F-16 fighter jet crashed at Spangdahlem Air Base in Germany’s Eifel region, according to SWR, citing base officials.
An F-16 fighter jet crashed at Spangdahlem Air Base in Germany on September 22, following a training exercise, according to local sources. The pilot ejected and is currently receiving medical care. The cause of the crash is currently under investigation. The base, which houses around 20 F-16s, is also the site of numerous U.S. transport aircraft.
German air traffic control confirmed that the incident occurred during a training exercise. Witnesses reported seeing a significant plume of smoke following the crash. Emergency services, including firefighters and police, are currently at the airfield.
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