Midair crash between two jets at air show prompts Idaho Air Force base lockdown
An air show crash led to a lockdown at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho. The incident occurred during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show, with reports suggesting a possible collision between two jets. Emergency responders are on the scene, and an investigation is currently underway.
- ▪The crash happened during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show.
- ▪Base officials confirmed that emergency responders were dispatched to the scene.
- ▪The status of the personnel onboard the aircraft remains unknown.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onAir show crash prompts Idaho Air Force base lockdownThe incident occurred during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show, officials said.ByChristopher WatsonMay 17, 2026, 3:44 PM1:10This is a breaking news story please check back for updates.ABC NewsMountain Home Air Force Base outside of Boise, Idaho, was locked down Sunday afternoon following a crash at an air show."An aircraft incident has occurred at Mountain Home Air Force Base during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show two miles northwest of the base," base officials posted online Sunday, adding that emergency responders were on the scene and an…
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