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Thunderbird Aircraft Incident

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On December 3, 2025, at approximately 10:45a.m., a Thunderbird pilot safely ejected from a F-16C Fighting Falcon aircraft during a training mission over controlled airspace in California.

The pilot is in stable condition and receiving follow-on care.

The incident is under investigation and further information will be released from the 57th Wing Public Affairs Office and at https://www.nellis.af.mil/News/News-Releases/.