Machine crashed during training flight McDonnell Douglas F/A-18F Super Hornet from "TOPGUNU", more precisely from the course "Strike Fighter Tactics Instructor" provided by Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center at the base NAS Fallon.
Both pilots managed to eject and without major injuries were picked up by a Navy helicopter (US NAVY) and transported to the base for medical examination.
The accident occurred approximately 45 km northeast of the base in the dry lake area.
Source:
aviation-safety.net
www.lahontanvalleynews.com
Both pilots managed to eject and without major injuries were picked up by a Navy helicopter (US NAVY) and transported to the base for medical examination.
The accident occurred approximately 45 km northeast of the base in the dry lake area.
Source:
aviation-safety.net
www.lahontanvalleynews.com