Naharnet

Saudi Arabia says F-15S fighter jet crashes, pilots survive

Saudi Arabia said Monday an F-15S fighter jet crashed after suffering a technical fault, though its two pilots safely ejected.

The Royal Saudi Air Force F-15 was on a training mission around King Abdulaziz Air Base in the kingdom's Eastern Province, the state-run Saudi Press Agency reported, citing a military statement.

An investigation is underway into the reasons behind the technical fault that caused the crash.

Source: Associated Press


Copyright © 2012 Naharnet.com. All Rights Reserved. https://naharnet.com/stories/en/293551