Kuwaiti F-18 fighter jet crashes, pilot killed

A Kuwaiti Air Force F-18 fighter jet crashed during a training flight mission in the northern part of the country on Wednesday, resulting in the death of the pilot.
09.10.2024 23:35:51 / English News

The Kuwaiti Defense Ministry confirmed the incident in a statement, adding that an investigation is currently underway to determine the cause of the crash.

The F-18 fighter jets are a crucial component of the Kuwaiti Air Force, with over 30 of these aircraft purchased from the United States following the Gulf War. (ILKHA)