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F-16 Crash In Michigan

17 Sep to 18 Sep

11 outlets

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Jared DowningNew York Post
Eric HendersonCBS News
Louis CasianoFox News
Brittney DonovanThe Independent
Mackenzie ChaseWashington Examiner
Ed WhiteToronto Star
Rebecca BooneToronto Star
Meredith DelisoABC News (US)
Luis MartinezABC News (US)
Joe KottkeNBC News
NBC NewsNBC News
Lauren Acton-TaylorDaily Mail
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Citing military protocol, Gutierrez declined to provide further details about the pilot’s injuries or identity.

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DETROIT (AP) — An F-16 fighter jet from Texas crashed in rural Michigan during a routine training exercise on Thursday, and the pilot ejected safely, a military spokesman said.

7 of 11 outletsfirst reported 17 Sepwording from Toronto Star

Wendy Sobeck said that she and her spouse heard a "very loud crash" down the street from their home.

4 of 11 outletsfirst reported 17 Sepwording from The Independent

The incident prompted the evacuation of homes and businesses within 1 mile of the crash site due to a "hazardous chemical spill related to the plane crash," Michigan State Police said.

4 of 11 outletsfirst reported 18 Sepwording from ABC News

A large black plume of smoke could be seen at the scene following the crash.

6 of 11 outletsfirst reported 17 Sepwording from ABC News

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17 Sep
DETROIT (AP) — An F-16 fighter jet from Texas crashed in rural Michigan during a routine training exercise on Thursday, and the pilot ejected safely, a military spokesman said.
7 outlets · Toronto Star
18 Sep
The incident prompted the evacuation of homes and businesses within 1 mile of the crash site due to a "hazardous chemical spill related to the plane crash," Michigan State Police said.
4 outlets · ABC News

Coverage 14 articles

18 Sep F-16 crashes during training in Michigan; pilot ejects safely
CBC
18 Sep Pilot Survives After F-16 Jet Crashes in Michigan During Training
NBC News
18 Sep F-16 fighter jet crashes during training in Michigan; pilot ejects safely
The Hindu
18 Sep F-16 crashes into field in Midwest fireball, as local claims pilot is 'conscious'
Daily Mail
18 Sep F-16 jet crash triggers evacuations
NBC News
18 Sep F-16 fighter jet crashes in residential area in northern Michigan
NBC News
18 Sep Texas Air National Guard F-16 crashes in Michigan, sparking evacuation
ABC News (US)
18 Sep Pilot ejects before F-16 fighter jet crashed in Michigan
CBS News
17 Sep Military: An F-16 crashes during training in Michigan; pilot ejects safely
Toronto Star
17 Sep F-16 military aircraft from Texas crashes in northern Michigan
Washington Examiner

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17 Sep F-16 fighter jet crashes in Michigan and bursts into flames with residents told to evacuate
The Independent
17 Sep Texas Air National Guard pilot ejects safely before F-16 crash in Michigan
Fox News
17 Sep F-16 from Texas crashes in Michigan, evacuation order issued
CBS News
17 Sep F-16 fighter jet crashes in Michigan as pilot ejects and is rushed to hospital
New York Post

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