Update at 1712 on March 22nd – Eglin Air Force Base Public Affairs says the pilot involved in the F-22 incident is in good condition and was released from the 96th Medical Group.
Original Story
An F-22 Fighter Jet assigned to the 325th Fighter Wing “experienced a mishap” on landing at Eglin Air Force Base at approximately 10:25am on March 22nd.
An F22 in Flight. Photo by Bernie Kale, Alaska National Guard Public Affairs
Emergency crews responded immediately and the pilot was transported to flight medicine for an evaluation.
An Investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident are underway.
Mid Bay News will stick with the story and update you as more information becomes available.