A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B stealth fighter jet crashed in an accident in the San Diego area of California. The incident occurred near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar.
Officials stated that the pilot safely ejected using the ejection seat. The aircraft caught fire upon hitting the ground. Multiple emergency response teams rushed to the area.
The U.S. Marine Corps said the aircraft, assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 11, had crashed, describing it as a 'Class A mishap'.
The F-35B is one of several variants of the stealth fighter jet used by the U.S. Marine Corps, Navy, and Air Force. It is known for its short takeoff and vertical landing capability.