“An F/A-18E Super Hornet from Naval Air Station Lemoore experienced a mishap during a routine training flight in the Superior Valley, just south of Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake.  The pilot ejected safely and was taken to a local medical facility for examination.  The U.S. Navy is cooperating fully with local authorities.  More information will be released as it becomes available,” the statement said.

“The pilot involved in today's mishap has been released from the medical facility following a thorough examination.  The Navy is continuing its investigation in cooperation with local authorities.  For the safety of the public and to allow for a complete investigation, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has issued an Emergency Closure Order surrounding the crash site,” it added. (ILKHA)