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Singapore's F-16 jet crashes at air base

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-05-09 00:16
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SINGAPORE -- An F-16 fighter jet of the Singaporean Airforce crashed within Tengah Air Base Wednesday, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Defense.

The plane experienced an issue during take-off and the pilot responded in accordance with emergency procedures. The pilot successfully ejected and was receiving medical attention. No other personnel were hurt.

The experienced pilot, with over 2,000 flying hours on F-16, encountered flight control issues upon lifting off the runway for routine training, according to the defense ministry.

As a safety precaution, Singaporean Airforce has temporarily suspended training for its F-16 aircraft fleet.

Detailed investigations into the accident were ongoing.

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