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Greek F16 fighter jet crashes at Albacete airbase in central Spain
Published time: January 26, 2015 15:50
Edited time: January 26, 2015 18:06
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Ten people have been killed and 13 others injured after a Greek F16 fighter jet crashed at Albacete airbase in central Spain, the Defense Ministry reported.
The accident happened at about 15:30 local time, RTVE broadcaster reported.
Among the victims are two pilots, one of them a Greek national. At least 13 have been wounded, including French and Italian nationals.
Eight of those injured are in serious condition. Three are in resuscitation, two are in intensive care, and one more is being operated on. Three others have inhaled fumes, sources at Albacete hospital told Cadena SER radio network.
According to abc.es, a Greek pilot executed a wrong maneuver during takeoff resulting in the jet ditching, an explosion and a massive fire. Two French planes overhead during the incident had to land at San Javier base in Murcia, 140 kilometers away.
The plane exploded in the parking zone of Los Llanos airbase in Albacete.The Spanish defense minister and the Spanish Air Force (JEMA) chief of staff have reportedly headed to the site.
Los Llanos airbase that is taking part in NATO’s Tactical Leadership Program (TLP). Advanced pilots are training to enhance their skills and overall air force effectiveness.
Greek F16 fighter jet crashes at Albacete airbase in central Spain — RT News
Published time: January 26, 2015 15:50
Edited time: January 26, 2015 18:06
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Image source: Google Maps
Ten people have been killed and 13 others injured after a Greek F16 fighter jet crashed at Albacete airbase in central Spain, the Defense Ministry reported.
The accident happened at about 15:30 local time, RTVE broadcaster reported.
Among the victims are two pilots, one of them a Greek national. At least 13 have been wounded, including French and Italian nationals.
Eight of those injured are in serious condition. Three are in resuscitation, two are in intensive care, and one more is being operated on. Three others have inhaled fumes, sources at Albacete hospital told Cadena SER radio network.
According to abc.es, a Greek pilot executed a wrong maneuver during takeoff resulting in the jet ditching, an explosion and a massive fire. Two French planes overhead during the incident had to land at San Javier base in Murcia, 140 kilometers away.
The plane exploded in the parking zone of Los Llanos airbase in Albacete.The Spanish defense minister and the Spanish Air Force (JEMA) chief of staff have reportedly headed to the site.
Los Llanos airbase that is taking part in NATO’s Tactical Leadership Program (TLP). Advanced pilots are training to enhance their skills and overall air force effectiveness.
Greek F16 fighter jet crashes at Albacete airbase in central Spain — RT News
