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F-16 jet crashes in Singapore

Incident reported at Tengah Air Base, pilot ejects ‘successfully,' says Defense Ministry

11:30 - 8/05/2024 Wednesday
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An F-16 jet crashed in Singapore on Wednesday, an official statement said.

Republic of Singapore Air Force F-16 “experienced an issue during take-off” and crashed thereafter within Tengah Air Base, Singapore's Defense Ministry said.

The pilot “successfully” ejected and is “conscious and able to walk,” it added.

He is receiving medical attention.

An investigation into the crash has been launched.

#Air crash
#F-16 jet
#Singapore
#Tengah Air Base
11 days ago