Marine Corps confirms safe ejection of pilot in Miramar F-35B mishap

A representative for Marine Corps Air Station Miramar confirmed the loss of an F‑35B fighter jet during routine operations on Friday morning. The pilot activated the ejection seat and was recovered by emergency crews before being transported to a local medical center. Officials emphasized that the pilot’s condition is being monitored but no serious injuries have been reported. The crash is the latest in a series of recent military jet incidents across the United States, prompting heightened safety checks.