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    F-22A Crashes Near Edwards Air Force Base

    WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES

    03.24.2009

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    An Air Force F-22A Raptor fighter jet crashed this morning about 35 miles northeast of Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., defense officials confirmed.

    The incident occurred at about 10 a.m. in an area known as Harbor Dry.

    The aircraft, based at Edwards, was on a test mission when the incident occurred. Edwards is home of the Air Force Flight Test Center.

    One pilot was on board, but the pilot’s condition is unknown at this time, officials said.

    A board of officers will investigate the cause of the crash.

    Story by American Forces Press Service

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    Date Taken: 03.24.2009
    Date Posted: 07.03.2025 18:24
    Story ID: 519373
    Location: WASHINGTON, US

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