Latest News About Mt Home Air Show Crash

Here’s what we know so far about the Mountain Home Gunfighter Skies Air Show crash in Idaho.

• What happened: Two Navy EA-18G Growler jets collided midair during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show, causing a crash near Mountain Home Air Force Base. All four crew members ejected safely, and there were no reported injuries on the ground as of initial reports. Several outlets described emergency responders on scene and the event being brought to a halt with the base placed on lockdown [sources: multiple outlets covering the incident, including local and national reporting on May 16–17, 2026].[1][2][4][6][9]

• Current status: The base and surrounding area were in lockdown while investigators began examining the cause of the midair collision. Officials indicated that the air show was canceled and that spectators should avoid the area as responders conducted their work. Updates on injuries or fatalities were not confirmed immediately in initial reports.[6][9][1]

• Who was involved: The incident involved aircraft from the U.S. Navy’s EA-18G Growler demonstration team, with four crew members ejecting from the two jets. No ground injuries were initially reported at Mountain Home AFB.[2][4]

• Where to check for updates: Because details were developing quickly, the most reliable updates came from:

  • Mountain Home Air Force Base and local law enforcement statements
  • Reputable national outlets covering U.S. military incidents (e.g., CBS Boise affiliate coverage, Reuters, USA Today) published in the days immediately following the event.[10][1][6]

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