Two French fighter jets collided mid-flight in eastern France, resulting in the deaths of two pilots. The Rafale jets were returning from a mission in Germany when they crashed near Colombey-les-Belles, close to the city of Nancy. A third pilot ejected safely and was found unharmed.
French President Emmanuel Macron expressed condolences to the families of the deceased pilots. The aircraft were stationed in Saint-Dizier, eastern France. The cause of the accident has not been disclosed.
The incident occurred on Wednesday, and an investigation is likely to follow. The collision of the two jets is a tragic reminder of the risks involved in military aviation.
The French Air Force confirmed the incident in a post on X, a social media platform. The post stated that the two pilots died in the collision, while the third pilot ejected safely.
This incident is a significant loss for the French military and the families of the deceased pilots. It also highlights the importance of ensuring the safety of military personnel and equipment.
The French government will likely conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the collision to prevent similar incidents in the future.
