Watch: US Thunderbirds F-16 erupts in flames near Trona Airport; video shows pilot drifting by parachute

A US Air Force F-16 fighter jet from the elite Thunderbirds demonstration team crashed during a training flight in Southern California. The pilot ejected safely and is receiving medical treatment. The cause of the incident, which occurred near Trona Airport, is currently unknown. The Thunderbirds are known for their thrilling, high-precision aerial displays.

Dec 4, 2025 0

Watch: US Thunderbirds F-16 erupts in flames near Trona Airport; video shows pilot drifting by parachute
A US Air Force F-16 fighter jet from the elite Thunderbirds demonstration team crashed during a training flight in Southern California. The pilot ejected safely and is receiving medical treatment. The cause of the incident, which occurred near Trona Airport, is currently unknown. The Thunderbirds are known for their thrilling, high-precision aerial displays.
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