Thunderbird pilot safe after F‑16 crash in California desert

Name: Thunderbird pilot safe after F‑16 crash in California desert
Uploaded: 2025-12-03T23:27:00-0500
Duration: 26 s
Description: An Air Force Thunderbird pilot safely ejected before his F‑16 fighter jet crashed and burst into flames in the California desert near Death Valley during a training mission. The pilot was the only person on board. Crews contained the fire, and the Air Force says the cause is under investigation.

An Air Force Thunderbird pilot safely ejected before his F‑16 fighter jet crashed and burst into flames in the California desert near Death Valley during a training mission. The pilot was the only person on board. Crews contained the fire, and the Air Force says the cause is under investigation.