A Polish F-16 fighter jet crashed during an airshow rehearsal in Radom, central Poland, killing the pilot. The aircraft exploded into flames as it plummeted to the ground during the training session.
According to Metro, the tragic incident occurred at 7:30pm local time on Thursday during preparations for the upcoming airshow. Emergency services responded immediately to the scene of the crash.
Advanced military aircraft
The F-16 Fighting Falcon involved in the crash was worth approximately £16 million and capable of reaching speeds of 1,500 mph, Metro reports. The single-seat fighter jet is one of the most advanced aircraft in Poland's military fleet.
Poland's premier aviation event
The crash happened during rehearsals for the Radom Air Show, which Metro describes as Poland's most popular aviation event. The biannual airshow typically attracts visitors from around the world to witness military and civilian aircraft demonstrations.
Eyewitness accounts
Horrified onlookers witnessed the devastating crash unfold before their eyes. Spectators were seen shouting and holding their hands to their heads as the dramatic incident occurred during what should have been a routine training exercise.
Sources used: "Daily Mail", "Mirror", "Metro" Note: This article has been edited with the help of Artificial Intelligence.
