General · 23 September 2026

RAF T2 Hawk jet crashes in Wales injuring two pilots on Wednesday

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Two pilots were hurt after their RAF T2 Hawk training jet crashed and burst into flames on Wednesday in Anglesey, Wales. Both pilots ejected from the aircraft before it hit the ground and are being treated for minor injuries. An investigation into the incident, which happened near the RAF Valley training base, is now underway.

By BriefTea Editorial · 23 September 2026 at 16:43

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