Pilot injured as U.S. fighter jet crashes in Death Valley National Park

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Pilot injured as U.S. fighter jet crashes in Death Valley National Park
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The pilot only suffered minor injuries after ejecting from a F/A-18F Super Hornet on Monday,

In July 2019, a pilot of an F/A-18E Super Hornet died after crashing in Death Valley National Park.

The National Park Service reported that seven people also suffered minor injuries as a result of the crash. The Navy found the aircraft impacted against the side of the canyon wall during low altitude training, according to a review seen by USNI. "Lt. Walker was an incredible naval aviator, husband and son. He was an integral member of the Vigilante family and his absence will be keenly felt on this flight line. Our aviators understand the risk associated with this profession and they knowingly accept it in service to our nation.

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