Polish F-16 Crashes During Rehearsal, Pilot Killed
A Polish Air Force F-16 fighter jet crashed during a rehearsal for the Radom Air Show, killing the pilot. The incident occurred late Thursday afternoon and involved an aircraft from the 31st Tactical Air Base near Poznań. No casualties were reported on the ground.
Tragic Outcome And Official Statements
Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz confirmed the pilot’s death, calling it a “great loss for the Air Force.” Video footage circulating online shows the jet performing a barrel-roll maneuver before crashing into the runway and bursting into flames. Rescue teams responded immediately.
Event Cancellation And Ongoing Investigation
In the wake of the crash, the 2025 Radom Air Show, scheduled for this weekend, has been canceled. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, with details still emerging.
