Four crew members ejected after military jets crash during US air show
The military base in western Idaho has told guests already on the base to "remain in the flightline area".
news.sky.comI don’t have live tool access right now, but here’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting.
Core update
- A midair collision occurred during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, with two Navy jets involved. Four parachutes were later seen in the sky, suggesting crew ejections, and emergency responders were on the scene as investigators began examining the incident [news coverage from mid-May 2026].
Key details from recent reports
- Location and context: Mountain Home Air Force Base, Mountain Home, Idaho. The event was the Gunfighter Skies Air Show, and reports indicate the base went into lockdown after the incident [multiple outlets around May 16–17, 2026].
- Aircraft involved: Reports consistently describe two Navy jets, including aircraft types commonly associated with the EA-18G Growler and F/A-18E/F Super Hornet families, though official confirmations varied by outlet during initial reporting [coverage from CBS affiliate and other outlets].
- Immediate aftermath: The air show was canceled or halted, and authorities urged spectators and on-base personnel to follow orders while responders conducted the investigation [several outlets, May 16–17, 2026].
What this means
- Casualty information was not immediately provided in some initial reports, but four parachutes appearing in the sky suggest crew members ejected, with later updates required to confirm any injuries or fatalities. Official statements from the base and military spokespeople typically follow with a formal summary after investigations begin.
What I can offer next
- If you’d like, I can search for the latest official statements from Mountain Home AFB, the U.S. Navy, and local authorities, and summarize confirmed casualty figures, the investigation scope, and any federal or military reviews planned. I can also provide a concise timeline of what happened and any confirmed causes as they’re released.
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