US Navy EA-18G growlers collide mid-air at Idaho air show
Two Boeing EA-18G Growler fighter jets collided mid-air during an air show in Idaho, prompting an emergency response and a formal investigation into the incident.
The aircraft were participating in an aerial demonstration when the collision occurred. All four crew members aboard the two jets successfully ejected before the aircraft crashed, and emergency personnel quickly arrived at the scene to begin rescue operations.
Officials confirmed that there were no fatalities, although detailed information regarding the condition of the crew members has not yet been released. Authorities secured the crash site while recovery and assessment work continued.
The United States Navy stated that an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the mid-air collision. Investigators are expected to review flight data, communication logs, and operational procedures followed during the air show.
The EA-18G Growler is a key electronic warfare aircraft used by the U.S. Navy for radar jamming, surveillance, and combat support missions. While incidents during military air demonstrations are uncommon, such accidents typically lead to extensive safety evaluations and operational reviews.
Navy officials said the incident is being treated seriously as investigators work to determine exactly what led to the collision involving the two EA-18G Growler jets.
