Search underway for missing F-35 fighter jet in South Carolina after pilot ejects

1 min read
Source: The Washington Post
Search underway for missing F-35 fighter jet in South Carolina after pilot ejects
Photo: The Washington Post
TL;DR Summary

An advanced F-35B Lightning II jet crashed near Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, with the pilot ejecting safely. However, the plane's transponder was not working, making it difficult to locate the aircraft. Joint Base Charleston has asked the public for help in finding the jet. The Air Force and the Federal Aviation Administration are assisting in the response. F-35s are known for their stealth capabilities, but the exact cause of the crash is under investigation. The search is focused on Lake Moultrie, and the value of the downed jet is unknown.

Share this article

Reading Insights

Total Reads

0

Unique Readers

0

Time Saved

2 min

vs 3 min read

Condensed

80%

45491 words

Want the full story? Read the original article

Read on The Washington Post