F15 Eagle from RAF Lakenheath crashes into the North Sea
Published:
10:04 AM June 15, 2020
Updated:
11:38 AM November 1, 2020
F15 similar to that crashed into the North Sea today. Picture; STEVE WELLS - Credit: Archant
Aviation sources are reporting that an F-15 Eagle from RAF Lakenheath has crashed into the North Sea, east of Hull.
RAF Lakenheath news release just moments ago. Confirmation of crash off the coast of Hull - Credit: Archant
The F-15, call sign CHOSEN4, flew in a formation of four aircraft when things went wrong.
There is no information yet about the status of the crew.
A search and rescue helicopter and the coast guard have been scrambled.
Chosen is often used by F-15Cs from 493rd FS that is part of the 48th Fighter Wing, based at Lakenheath.
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