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2 pilots eject from military training jet in Texas after landing gear issue

2 pilots eject from military training jet in Texas after landing gear issue

Summary

Two pilots safely ejected from a military training plane near Seguin, Texas, after finding a problem with the landing gear. They followed expert advice to leave the aircraft and were checked by medical staff after landing.

Key Facts

  • The incident happened around 5:51 p.m. near Seguin, Texas.
  • The pilots flew a T-6A Texan II, a plane used to train U.S. Air Force and Navy pilots.
  • The plane showed signs the landing gear was not safe.
  • Experts told the pilots to eject from the plane, which they did successfully.
  • Both pilots were examined by local medical teams; their health status was not shared immediately.
  • The training wing involved is the 12th Flying Training Wing, which trains future Air Force aviators.
  • Seguin is about 35 miles east of San Antonio.
  • The T-6A Texan II has one engine and two seats specifically for teaching basic flying skills.
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