F 18 Fighter Jets Crash During Air Show in Idaho
Two EA 18G Growler fighter jets collided midair during an air show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho. All four crew members safely ejected as investigators began examining the crash site.
A major accident occurred during an air demonstration at the Mountain Home Air Force Base in the United States when two EA 18G Growler fighter jets collided in midair. The incident created panic among spectators as both aircraft caught fire moments after the collision and later crashed near the airbase area.
According to local reports, the accident took place around 12:30 pm local time during the live aerial performance. Videos of the crash quickly spread across social media, showing the fighter jets coming dangerously close before impact. Thick smoke and flames were seen rising from the crash site soon after the collision.
Officials confirmed that all four crew members managed to eject safely using parachutes before the aircraft went down. Announcers at the air show informed the crowd that the pilots escaped without serious injuries, bringing relief to the audience gathered at the event.
The aircraft involved were identified as EA 18G Growler fighter jets, an advanced electronic warfare version developed from the F 18 Hornet platform and widely used by the US military. Authorities stated that the jets crashed nearly two miles away from the Mountain Home Air Force Base.
A spokesperson from the airbase said emergency teams and investigation units immediately reached the scene after the accident. Officials are now examining what caused the midair collision during the demonstration flight.
