Mid-Air Crash at Idaho Air Show: Fighter Jets Collide, Crew's Lucky Escape (2026)

Fighter jets crash in midair during air show at Idaho Air Force base, crew eject safely: A lucky escape or a warning sign?

The incident at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho on May 18, 2026, was a harrowing reminder of the risks involved in high-performance aviation. Two F-18 fighter jets collided in midair during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show, a popular event celebrating aviation history and modern military capabilities. The crash was captured on video, showing the planes tangling together before the crew members ejected and the planes exploded into a fireball on impact.