Ejection Sequence Failed Before Deadly Fighter Jet Crash, Investigation Shows

Pretty detail report (my view) of the sad event; my try at quick summery: After unsuccessful air re-fueling, returned to base with wingman. Gear contacted (and damaged by) localizer antenna array due to (per report) incorrect identify the runway threshold. Plane did a touch and go and communication with tower about proper landing procedure with damaged landing gear took place; some discussion about what was the proper checklist to follow for situation.... In any event, an ejection may be needed;… (www.yahoo.com) עוד...