Breaking: Navy Fighter Jets Collide During Air Show at Mountain Home AFB
Two U.S. Navy fighter jets collided mid-air during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho. All four crew members successfully ejected from the aircraft before it crashed and exploded. Emergency responders are on the scene, and an investigation is currently underway.
- ▪The incident occurred on the second day of the air show, which is part of the national America 250 festivities.
- ▪Video footage shows the crew members ejecting safely from the EA-18 Growlers.
- ▪The base has been locked down as emergency responders address the situation.
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Breaking: Navy Fighter Jets Collide During Air Show at Mountain Home AFB By Jennifer Van Laar | 4:02 PM on May 17, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. AP Photo/U.S. Air Force, Shawn Nickel, File Idaho's Mountain Home Air Force Base was locked down Sunday afternoon after two U.S. Navy fighter jets collided mid-air during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show. From video footage posted to social media, it appears that all four crew members ejected safely from the EA-18 Growlers.
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