The aircraft, assigned to the 354th Fighter Wing, went down inside the base’s fenced-off area. The pilot successfully ejected from the aircraft and was transported to Bassett Army Hospital for medical evaluation.
Emergency response teams were dispatched immediately to the crash site to ensure safety and secure the area. Authorities have not reported any injuries or damage to structures within the base.
Colonel Paul Townsend, commander of the 354th Fighter Wing, reaffirmed the USAF’s commitment to safety and thorough investigative procedures. “Our people are our most important resource, and we are committed to ensuring their safety and security,” he stated.
The cause of the crash remains undetermined, with an official investigation currently underway. As a precaution, all air operations at Eielson Air Force Base have been temporarily halted due to the closure of its only runway.
Longer Footage of the F-35A Crash earlier today at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska. pic.twitter.com/9OPksbTYWj
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Eielson Air Force Base plays a key role in North American aerospace defence, given its strategic position within the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ). This airspace is frequently monitored due to the presence of Russian military aircraft.
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