F-35 Fighter Jet Worth $80M, Previously Lost, Discovered with Pilot Unharmed

The F-35 fighter jet, valued at a staggering $80 million, which had been missing, has been located.

The jet went missing when its pilot had to eject over South Carolina. On Monday afternoon, the military confirmed that they had recovered the debris of the stealth fighter jet in a field two hours north of Charleston.

On Sunday, the US Marine Corps (USMC) pilot was forced to eject from the aircraft over North Charleston, leading to the incident.

The pilot safely parachuted into a residential area around 2 pm and was then taken to a local hospital. According to Major Andrew Wilkow, an instructor and one of the course designers, the pilot is in stable condition.

🚨 #BREAKING: The Missing F-35 fighter jet has reportedly been found, crashed in Williamsburg County, South Carolina.

The cause of the crash is currently unknown, but the Marines have ordered the grounding of all planes across the world for the next few days 🚨 pic.twitter.com/pvGRUkQROm

— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) September 18, 2023

The Joint Base Charleston had previously asked the public for any information that could assist in locating the missing F-35. The response was overwhelming, demonstrating the unity and cooperation of the American people during times of crisis.

The F-35 fighter jet represents American military prowess and technological advancement.

Losing it would have been a significant blow to our national defense capabilities. However, the successful recovery of the jet’s debris showcases the efficiency and determination of our military forces.

This incident brings to mind the first-ever F-35 crash in 2018, classified as a ‘Class A’ mishap, with damages exceeding $2 million. In October of last year, another F-35 jet crashed and exploded in flames at the end of a runway in Salt Lake City after the pilot ejected.

These incidents serve as stark reminders of the risks associated with operating such high-tech machinery.

Today in the USA:

– $33 trillion in debt
– F-35 fighter jet missing
– Binance US beats the SEC

Not a good day for the United States 🇺🇲 pic.twitter.com/ZaCsn1cCE6

— Pepe General (@ChadBasedCrypto) September 19, 2023

The pilot involved in the recent incident was part of the Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 501 based in Beaufort, not far from South Carolina’s Atlantic coast.

The Beaufort station is home to several units of the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, including the Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 501, which operates F-35B Lightning IIs.

The incident has been linked to the infamous Cornfield Bomber incident, highlighting the unpredictable nature of military aviation. Despite these challenges, our brave service members continue to risk their lives to protect our nation’s security.

The recovery of the missing F-35 fighter jet is not just a triumph for the US military, but also a testament to the resilience and determination of our armed forces. It serves as a reminder that even in the face of adversity, the American spirit remains unbroken.

This article appeared in Our Patriot and has been published here with permission.