A Turkish Air Force F-16 crashed during a training flight in the northwestern province of Yalova on Aug. 12, with the pilot ejecting safely, the Defense Ministry said.
“One of our Air Force F-16 aircraft crashed in Yalova during a training flight, and our pilot ejected safely,” the ministry said in a statement.
“The cause of the crash will be determined following a detailed investigation.”
Local media reported that the pilot was taken to Yalova Training and Research Hospital and was in good condition.
Emergency crews were dispatched to the area.
