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Two US fighter jets collided mid-air during an air show and came crashing down to the ground at the Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho on Sunday. The Air Force Base was locked down after the crash.&nbsp;The incident took place about 2 miles northwest of the base during the second day of the Gunfighter Skies Air Show, the base said on social media.&nbsp;“Emergency Responders are on the scene, an investigation is underway and more details will be released as they become available,” the base said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-silence-of-virgin-girl-counts-as-consent-taliban-formally-recognises-child-marriage-1779047427905">‘Silence of virgin girl counts as consent’: Taliban formally recognises child marriage</a>&nbsp;The base, home to the US Air Force’s 366th Fighter Wing, known as the “Gunfighters,” announced the lockdown at 12:30 p.m. local time.&nbsp;Emergency crews rushed to the scene as thick black smoke rose from the spot where the crashed jets had fallen.&nbsp;Moments later, four parachutes could be seen descending toward the ground.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">BREAKING: 2 U.S. Navy Super Hornets/Growlers crash and collide during Gunfighter Skies Air Show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho. Aviation sources tell KTVB that both aircrews ejected safely. <a href="https://t.co/GPsdrwTFWq">pic.twitter.com/GPsdrwTFWq</a>&mdash; Open Source Intel (@Osint613) <a href="https://twitter.com/Osint613/status/2056089738151350453?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 17, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-clock-is-ticking-for-iran-there-won-t-be-anything-left-of-them-says-trump-in-new-warning-1779038047114">‘Clock is ticking for Iran, there won’t be anything left of them,’ says Trump in new warning</a>&nbsp;Videos circulating on social media showed two fighter jets colliding mid-air before spinning toward the ground in a fiery crash and releasing black plumes of smoke. Four parachutes were visible deploying soon after the crash.&nbsp;Another video shared on Instagram showed spectators at an aircraft hangar surrounded by planes and black smoke from the crash rising in the background.&nbsp;“The atmosphere is very calm, controlled and well managed right now,” they added, noting many present are military families.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-and-israel-trying-to-pit-muslim-nations-against-one-another-says-president-masoud-pezeshkian-1779035524085">US and Israel trying to pit Muslim nations against one another, says President Masoud Pezeshkian</a>&nbsp;Mountain Home police announced Sunday the air show was cancelled and warned the public to avoid travelling to the base.&nbsp;On Saturday, the base shared photos from Day 1 of the airshow and wrote, “From the first takeoff to the final pass, today was packed with unforgettable moments! And we’re doing it all again tomorrow.”&nbsp;Officials said emergency crews responded to the incident, and the air force base was locked down after the incident.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistani-lashkar-terrorist-infiltrates-to-set-up-sleeper-cells-gets-hair-transplant-done-in-srinagar-1779029058588">Pakistani Lashkar terrorist infiltrates to set up sleeper cells, gets hair transplant done in Srinagar</a>&nbsp;“Emergency responders are on the scene and an investigation is underway, and more details will be released as they become available,” the spokesperson said.&nbsp;Mountain Home Air Force Base says emergency responders remain at the scene while investigators examine the crash. “Emergency responders are on the scene and an investigation is underway, and more details will be released as they become available,” said spokesperson told Reuters.&nbsp;The Gunfighter Skies Air Show returned this weekend for the first time in eight years. Thousands attended the event to watch military aircraft displays and aerial demonstrations. Air show organisers had spent nearly two years preparing for the event. Safety teams and maintenance crews were stationed across the base throughout the weekend.

The Gunfighter Skies Air Show returned this weekend for the first time in eight years. Thousands attended the event to watch military aircraft displays and aerial demonstrations. Safety teams and maintenance crews were stationed across the base throughout the weekend.

Two US fighter jets collided mid-air during an air show and came crashing down to the ground at the Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho on Sunday. The Air Force Base was locked down after the crash. The incident took place about 2 miles northwest of the base during the second day of the Gunfighter Skies Air Show, the base said on social media. “Emergency Responders are on the scene, an investigation is underway and more details will be released as they become available,” the base said. Also Read: ‘Silence of virgin girl counts as consent’: Taliban formally recognises child marriage The base, home to the US Air Force’s 366th Fighter Wing, known as the “Gunfighters,” announced the lockdown at 12:30 p.m. local time. Emergency crews rushed to the scene as thick black smoke rose from the spot where the crashed jets had fallen. Moments later, four parachutes could be seen descending toward the ground.

The Gunfighter Skies Air Show returned this weekend for the first time in eight years. Thousands attended the event to watch military aircraft displays and aerial demonstrations. Safety teams and maintenance crews were stationed across the base throughout the weekend.

2 US fighter jets collide mid-air, crash during air show at Idaho’s Mountain Home Air Force Base | Video

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The Paris Air Show has returned to Le Bourget after a four-year hiatus because of COVID - and demand in the aviation industry is stronger than ever. The world's largest biennial aviation trade fair the Paris Air Show opened its doors to those in the aviation industry for the first time in four years on Tuesday.

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Asia's biggest airshow Singapore Asia takes off today with the aviation sector hoping that 2022 will mark a turning point. As covid-19 curbs in some countries is still going on, airlines are struggling to recover, there is a hope that Singapore air show which takes place every two years brings together hundreds of airlines.

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With an eye on rivals, China on Tuesday flaunted its sophisticated airpower in the much-awaited airshow. &nbsp;&nbsp;

In the southern coastal city of Zhuhai, the country's biggest airshow is being held, where it showed surveillance drones and jets. &nbsp;

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The airshow has been closely watched by several countries around the world, including the adversaries of the Beijing. &nbsp;&nbsp;
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The show is coming at a time when tensions are high in South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. It is also a part of China’s push to meet the 2035 deadline to retool its military for modern warfare. &nbsp;

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The CH-6, a prototype of a new surveillance drone, which can also carry out attacks, was among the tech unveiled on Tuesday. &nbsp;
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According to open-source intelligence agency Janes, the drone can carry missiles and is designed for surveillance and strike operations.

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The WZ-7 high-altitude drone for border reconnaissance and maritime patrol, and the J-16D fighter jet, which can jam electronic equipment, were also displayed in the show. &nbsp;

As per the state media, both have already entered service. Military commentator Song Zhongping told AFP, "They will play a major role in both the Taiwan Strait and the South China Sea." &nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

With an eye on rivals, China on Tuesday flaunted its sophisticated airpower in the much-awaited airshow. In the southern coastal city of Zhuhai, the country's biggest airshow is being held, where it showed surveillance drones and jets.

With an eye on rivals, China on Tuesday flaunted its sophisticated airpower in the much-awaited airshow. In the southern coastal city of Zhuhai, the country's biggest airshow is being held, where it showed surveillance drones and jets. Watch: × The airshow has been closely watched by several countries around the world, including the adversaries of the Beijing. The show is coming at a time when tensions are high in South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. It is also a part of China’s push to meet the 2035 deadline to retool its military for modern warfare. Also Read: US Air Force, DARPA, Raytheon successfully tested hypersonic missile The CH-6, a prototype of a new surveillance drone, which can also carry out attacks, was among the tech unveiled on Tuesday. According to open-source intelligence agency Janes, the drone can carry missiles and is designed for surveillance and strike operations. Also Read: Tesla chief Elon Musk praises China again The WZ-7 high-altitude drone for border reconnaissance and maritime patrol, and the J-16D fighter jet, which can jam electronic equipment, were also displayed in the show. As per the state media, both have already entered service. Military commentator Song Zhongping told AFP, "They will play a major role in both the Taiwan Strait and the South China Sea." (With inputs from agencies)

With rivals on mind, China flaunts new sophisticated arsenal in airshow

Visitors expressed their pride for China's biggest air show after almost a year's delay Airshow China kicked off in the southern city of Zhuhai with a flight demonstration Multiple signature planes were presented from China's air force including the J-20 stealth fighter jet

Visitors thrilled by displays, planes at China airshow

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