US Navy Fighter Jet Crashes Near Mount Rainier, Search for Crew Ongoing

The EA-18G Growler went down during a training mission, with adverse weather complicating rescue efforts.

The crash occurred east of Mount Rainier on Tuesday afternoon during a routine training flight.
The identities of the two missing crew members have not been released, and their status remains unknown.
The aircraft was part of Electronic Attack Squadron 130, known as the 'Zappers,' based at NAS Whidbey Island.
Search operations are hindered by rugged terrain and poor weather conditions, including rain and snow.
The cause of the crash is under investigation, and a temporary flight restriction is in place over the area.