Marine pilot survives low-altitude ejection before F-35B crashes at Miramar

One United States Marine Corps pilot was safely ejected from his aircraft prior to a catastrophic crash involving an F-35B fighter jet at Naval Air Station (NAS) Miramar in San Diego, California. The incident occurred during a training exercise near the base’s flight line. Initial reports indicate that the pilot successfully executed a low-altitude ejection maneuver just moments before the F-35B impacted the ground and subsequently ignited. Emergency responders were immediately dispatched to the scene following the crash. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident and assessing the extent of the damage.