F-35 fighter jet crashes near Naval Air Station Lemoore, pilot ejected safely

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F-35 fighter jet crashes near Naval Air Station Lemoore, pilot ejected safely

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F-35 fighter jet crashes near Naval Air Station Lemoore, pilot ejected safely

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A US Navy F-35 jet crashed at Naval Air Station Lemoore on Wednesday evening.
The pilot successfully ejected and was found safe with no injuries reported.
The cause of the crash is under investigation by the Navy.

An F-35 fighter jet belonging to the U.S. Navy crashed near Naval Air Station Lemoore in central California around 6:30 p.m. local time. The pilot successfully ejected and is reported to be safe, as confirmed in statements from the Navy and the Fresno County Sheriff's Office. No additional personnel were affected in the incident, which left the wreckage engulfed in flames, according to ABC News, Newsweek, and Los Angeles Times.

The crash reportedly occurred near Dickinson and Cadillac avenues, sending smoke billowing into the sky. First responders, including deputies and paramedics, arrived promptly to the scene. Footage showcased firefighters battling the blaze as they attempted to reach the wreckage, India Times and TRT World report.

The F-35C was part of Strike Fighter Squadron VF-125, also known as the "Rough Raiders." This unit specializes in training pilots and aircrew for advanced fighter operations. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, with ongoing updates expected, as stated by Reuters and AA.