Dramatic Video Shows F-35 Fighter Jet Crashing In Alaska, Pilot Ejects Mid-flight

An Air Force pilot is in stable condition after ejecting from an F-35 fighter jet that went down at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska on Tuesday afternoon. The incident, which took place at 12:49 p.m. local time, is currently under investigation, with officials working to determine the cause of the crash.

A widely shared video captured the dramatic moment, showing the F-35 spiraling toward the ground while the pilot’s parachute drifted in the background. The footage was later confirmed as authentic by an Air Force spokesperson.

Following the crash, the pilot was transported to Bassett Army Hospital, where they were reported to be in stable condition. Base commander Col. Paul Townsend addressed the incident, reinforcing the Air Force’s commitment to personnel safety. “Our people are our most important resource, and we are committed to ensuring their safety and security,” he stated. “I can assure you the United States Air Force will conduct a thorough investigation in hopes to minimize the chances of such occurrences from happening again.”

At a press conference, Col. Townsend refrained from speculating on the cause of the crash but confirmed that the pilot was executing standard procedures when the malfunction occurred. The emergency led to an immediate ejection, and the jet crashed within the base perimeter. Officials urged the public to avoid stopping near the site, as interference could hinder recovery efforts. Additionally, federal law prohibits taking photos along the highway near the base.

Despite the crash, the Air Force remains confident in the F-35’s capabilities. The aircraft, which costs between $80 million and $100 million, serves as a crucial asset in the U.S. military’s arsenal, deployed by the Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps. However, incidents like this one have fueled scrutiny over the fighter jet’s reliability.

This is not the first F-35 crash in recent months. In May, an F-35 went down in New Mexico following a refueling stop, leaving the pilot with serious injuries. Another incident in October involved a Marine Corps pilot ejecting unnecessarily, causing the jet to continue flying autonomously for 11 minutes before crashing in South Carolina. That crash was later attributed to pilot error.

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