# F-16 fighter jet crashes in Michigan residential area

https://mins.news/en/video/63378

- NBC News, 2026-09-17 21:31 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZO_6wjfauBI

> An F-16 fighter jet crashed in a residential area of Grand Traverse County, Michigan, prompting evacuations of homes and local businesses after hazardous chemicals spilled. The Pentagon said the aircraft belonged to the Texas National Guard and was on a routine training mission. Local officials said the pilot ejected and was taken to a hospital.

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