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Aircraft accident on Nevada Test and Training Range

Nellis Air Force Base Public Affairs / Published April 04, 2018

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NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. (AFNS) -- An Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, crashed at approximately 10:30 a.m. during routine training on the Nevada Test and Training Range.

The condition of the pilot is unknown at this time.

Emergency responders are on the scene. As soon as additional details become available, they will be provided. The accident is under investigation.
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