Two military jets collide and crash during Idaho air show in dramatic scene above spectators
All four pilots involved in the crash ejected safely, according to the Navy
www.independent.co.ukHere’s the latest, based on recent coverage:
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Two U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler jets collided during the Gunfighter Skies air show near Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, and all four crew members ejected safely. The incident prompted an on-base lockdown and the remainder of the show was canceled as officials launched an investigation. There have been no reported injuries on the ground at the base.[1][3][5]
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The Navy confirmed that the four aircrew members were evaluated and were in stable condition after their ejections. The jets involved were from Electronic Attack Squadron 129, based at Whidbey Island, Washington. The incident is under investigation, with authorities continuing to release information as it becomes available.[3][1]
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Multiple outlets and video clips captured the midair collision and the parachute deployments that followed, illustrating the moment the jets touched and the crews ejected. Officials emphasized that the base remained secured and that further details would be provided by the Navy and Mountain Home officials as the investigation progresses.[5][1][3]
If you’d like, I can follow up with a concise timeline of what happened, or pull the latest official statements and any updates from Mountain Home AFB and the Navy as they become available. I can also summarize any official safety or procedural notes released by the service branch.