The F-14 Ejection Accident

During an intense training flight, a U.S. Navy F-14 Tomcat pilot performed a high-speed inverted maneuver, unknowingly subjecting his Radar Intercept Officer (RIO) to extreme negative G-forces. Disoriented, the RIO accidentally pulled the ejection handle, blasting himself out of the jet.

With the rear canopy gone and the cockpit open to the elements, the pilot faced a near-impossible task—stabilizing and landing the aircraft safely. Despite the chaos, he remained calm, regained control, and successfully returned to base.

Meanwhile, the RIO parachuted safely and was later rescued. This incredible story highlights the dangers of high-performance flight and the skill required to survive the unexpected. Watch the full breakdown of this unbelievable incident!

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