An F-35 fighter jet was involved in a reported mishap at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, according to reports. The pilot ejected from the aircraft, while emergency crews responded to the scene on the Marine base.
The incident reportedly sparked a small fire as the aircraft crashed. Military and emergency personnel worked to address the fire and secure the area following the crash.
Reports did not immediately provide details about the pilot’s condition or explain what led to the mishap. An investigation is expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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