4/1/2011 - SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany (AFNS) -- An Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II crashed about 3:57 p.m. local time April 1 north of the city of Wittlich, Germany.
The aircraft was from Spangdahlem Air Base. At the time of the accident, it was on a routine local training mission.
The pilot is at a local hospital and is reported to be in good condition. He has been in contact with base leaders. His name is being withheld until his family is notified.
First responders are at the scene and have the situation under control. A board of officers will investigate the accident.
Additional details will be provided as they become available.
