Marine Pilot Ejects Safely After F-35B Crash Near MCAS Miramar, California on August 16, 2026
Reference image of a Lockheed Martin F-35B; this is not the accident aircraft or crash scene. Wikimedia Commons - Airman Christian Corley - Public domain.
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Accident quick facts
Accident date
2026-08-16
Location
near MCAS Miramar, San Diego, California
Aircraft
Lockheed Martin F-35B
Operator
United States Marine Corps
People on board
1
Reported injuries
0
Report status
Investigation Ongoing
What happened
On August 16, 2026, a Lockheed Martin F-35B crashed near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, California. The Marine pilot ejected safely from the aircraft.
Aircraft and flight information
The aircraft involved was a Lockheed Martin F-35B operated by the United States Marine Corps. Only the pilot was on board at the time of the crash.
Emergency response
Emergency personnel responded promptly to the crash site. The pilot was unharmed and recovered safely.
Investigation status
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating the incident. Additional details will be released as the investigation proceeds.
What officials and reports have confirmed
Lockheed Martin F-35B crashed near MCAS Miramar, San Diego, California on August 16, 2026. [1]
