San Bernardino County firefighters respond to reports of crash possibly involving F-16 aircraft near China Lake
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 9:24PM
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SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY (KABC) — Firefighters in San Bernardino County responded to a reported crash near China Lake that involved an F-16 fighter aircraft.
The incident reportedly happened near Trona Airport, close to the San Bernardino/Inyo County line.
At about 10:45 a.m., a “Thunderbird pilot ejected safely from a F-16C Fighting Falcon aircraft during a training mission over controlled airspace,” the U.S. Air Force said in a statement.
The pilot is in stable condition and receiving care, according to the Air Force.
The fire department said the pilot suffered non life-threatening injuries. They also reported a fire stemming from the downed aircraft but said there was no threat to the surrounding vegetation or the community.
The incident remains under investigation.
This is a developing story. This article will continue to be updated as more information becomes available.
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