4 naval aviators survive crash witnessed by thousands at Idaho air show

Published
May 19, 2026
Location
Mountain, Idaho
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Incident type
Crash, Aircraft

Summary

Car Crash Mountain Idaho in Mountain, Idaho: Four Navy aviators survived a mid-air collision during an air show at Idaho's Mountain Home Air Force Base. The crash involved two EA-18G Growlers from the Electronic Attack Squadron 129. Both crews ejected safely, with no injuries reported on the ground. The incident was investigated by the Navy, and the cause is suspected to be a pilot error rather than a mechanical malfunction.

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4 naval aviators survive crash witnessed by thousands at Idaho air show | KSL.com

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