Overview
- The Hawk T2 went down near Pencarnisiog on Wednesday after witnesses and video showed flames and the jet porpoising during climb before both crew ejected.
- Emergency services including police, North Wales Fire and Rescue, Welsh Ambulance Service and air ambulances responded and brought the blaze under control while asking the public to avoid the area.
- Both pilots were located shortly after ejecting and are receiving treatment for injuries that are reported to be minor.
- The RAF has confirmed the incident, recovered wreckage from the crash site and opened an investigation that will be led by military accident investigators.
- The crash adds to concern about Hawk T2 availability and engine problems and arrives as the UK Ministry of Defence has been seeking a successor advanced jet trainer.