In a tragic incident near Turin, Italy, a jet from the Italian Air Force’s aerobatics squadron crashed during a practice run, leading to the death of a five-year-old child and severe burns to her nine-year-old brother after their car was struck by burning debris from the explosion. The MB-339 jet exploded shortly after take-off, with the pilot ejecting safely. The accident occurred within the airport perimeter, temporarily closing the airport. Reports suggest that the jets encountered a flock of birds just after takeoff. The Italian Air Force expressed dismay and is investigating the cause, with a bird strike during takeoff being a possible hypothesis.
Tragic Accident: Italian Air Force Jet Crash Claims Life of 5-Year-Old, Injures Brother
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