'Experimental Aircraft' Reportedly Crashes at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia

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A military aircraft crash reported Thursday morning at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia has added urgency to questions about the rising number of U.S. aviation incidents in 2025.

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'Aircraft incident' reported at Langley Air Force Base: Official

An "aircraft incident" was reported at Langley Air Force Base on Thursday, a base official confirmed to WTKR News 3.

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Aircraft crashes 'on approach' to military base in latest incident

So far, there are no confirmed details on injuries or the cause of the incident, but based on initial gatherings, it appears the plane crashed while "on approach" to Langley Air Force Base.

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