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F-35B Crash at Miramar | Portland Maine News
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An F-35B fighter jet crashed at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in California Friday morning, but the pilot ejected safely and was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Emergency crews responded quickly, securing the area and battling a separate vegetation fire sparked by the crash. Investigators are now underway to determine the cause of the incident — a complex task given the advanced nature of the aircraft. This event underscores the inherent risks of operating next-gen military hardware, while reaffirming that pilot safety remains the top priority.
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