Two Navy Jets Collide During Idaho Air Show

(MENAFN) Two US Navy fighter jets were involved in a midair collision on Sunday during an air show in Idaho, according to reports.

The incident involved two E/A-18G Growler demonstration aircraft that collided while performing at the Gunfighters Air Show held at Mountain Home Air Force Base. Spectators captured video showing the moment of impact, followed by multiple parachutes descending as the pilots ejected.

Shortly after the crash, an announcer informed the audience that the pilots had survived, stating, "We had four good parachutes," and confirming the crew’s successful ejection. The announcer also added, "The crews were able to eject. They’re located one mile south of where the smoke is. The parachutes came down."

Officials described the event as a "midair collision," and the air base was placed under lockdown while authorities launched "an investigation is underway."

According to reports, this year marked the first time in eight years that the Mountain Home Air Force Base had hosted the air show. The event has seen past incidents, including a fatal hang gliding accident in 2018 and an earlier crash in 2003 involving an Air Force Thunderbird jet, from which the pilot successfully ejected.

Following the collision and the ongoing inquiry, organizers canceled the remaining scheduled performances at the air show.

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