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USAF F-35A Lightning II crashes at Eielson Air Force Base, pilot ejects safely

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A Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II of the United States Air Force (USAF) crashed within the perimeter of Eielson Air Force Base (EIL), Alaska, during its approach. The pilot successfully ejected and was transported to Bassett Army Hospital for medical evaluation, according to a statement released by the base.