Russian Fighter Jet Crash in Crimea: A Narrow Escape for Crew

A Russian Su-30 fighter jet crashed in Crimea during a training flight. Both pilots safely ejected, and their lives are not in danger. The aircraft, flying without weapons, was safely evacuated by a ground rescue team. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

A Russian Su-30 fighter jet went down in Crimea on Friday during a routine training mission, as reported by the TASS state news agency citing Russia's defense ministry. Both crew members survived the crash after successfully ejecting from the aircraft.

The defense ministry clarified that the jet was not armed at the time of the incident. Prompt action by a ground search-and-rescue team ensured the evacuation of the pilots, who were unharmed.

Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the crash and continue to investigate the incident.

(With inputs from agencies.)