F-35B Fighter Jet Crashes at MCAS Miramar, Pilot Ejects Safely

San Diego, CA, August 1, 2026 —

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B fighter jet crashed on the grounds of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego on Thursday.

The pilot of the aircraft ejected safely prior to the crash, according to officials. The pilot was transported to a local hospital for treatment of injuries that were described as non-life-threatening.

The specific cause of the crash was not immediately available. Investigations into aviation incidents are standard procedure and will be conducted by relevant authorities.

The F-35B is a variant of the F-35 Lightning II, a fifth-generation, single-seat, single-engine, all-weather stealth fighter jet designed for ground attack and air superiority missions. It is operated by the United States Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps, as well as allied nations.

Marine Corps Air Station Miramar is a United States Marine Corps installation located three miles north of the central business district of San Diego. It hosts a variety of aviation units and support commands.

Story summarized from the original created by Christina Bravo on www.nbcsandiego.com, see more information here.

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