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Polish Fighter Jet Crash Claims Pilot Before AirSHOW 2025

8/28/2025

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A Polish Air Force F-16 fighter jet crashed during a rehearsal for AirSHOW Radom 2025, resulting in the pilot's death.
The crash happened shortly before the event, which is anticipated to draw 180,000 attendees.
Minister of National Defense Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz offered condolences, labeling it a major loss for the Air Force.
The air show is set for August 30-31 and will showcase over 150 aircraft.

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A Polish Air Force F-16 fighter jet crashed during a rehearsal for AirSHOW Radom 2025, resulting in the pilot's death.
The crash happened shortly before the event, which is anticipated to draw 180,000 attendees.
Minister of National Defense Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz offered condolences, labeling it a major loss for the Air Force.
The air show is set for August 30-31 and will showcase over 150 aircraft.