The fighter, stationed at Nellis Air Force Base, crashed north of Las Vegas at the Nevada Test and Training Range; the pilot suffered only minor injuries, according to military authorities.
An F-35 fighter jet crashed on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at the Nevada Test and Training Range, a military test range north of Las Vegas in the United States. The pilot ejected successfully and suffered only minor injuries, according to information released after the accident.
Initial reports indicated that the aircraft experienced maneuvering problems around noon. A short time later, emergency crews found the pilot in good condition.
The 57th Wing, a unit at Nellis Air Force Base, confirmed that the aircraft involved in the crash was stationed at that military installation. The crash occurred about 25 miles northeast of Indian Springs in controlled airspace and on federal restricted property in the Nevada Training Area, they said in a statement.
The authorities also said that rescue units were sent to the scene immediately and emphasized that the incident did not affect residential areas. The pilot was treated for minor injuries.
Nellis Air Force Base emphasized that the safety of military personnel and the local community remains a priority. The cause of the fall has not yet been officially disclosed, the matter is being investigated.
The case is drawing attention because it involves one of the most advanced fighters in US military aviation. The Nellis base is a major center for testing, tactical development and training for the F-35 aircraft.
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