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On 26 May 2021, a Schweizer Luftwaffe (Swiss Air Force) F-5E Tiger II crashed near Melchsee-Frutt. This mountain resort village is located at 1,920 metres (6,300 feet) above sea level. It is located near the lake Melchsee, in the municipality of Kerns, canton Obwalden.

According to the first reports, the Patrouille Suisse Tiger II with serial J-3089 crashed in an uninhabited area. The pilot ejected safely and is unharmed.

An investigation into the cause of the accident has started.

Photo by Jeremy Denton via Jetphotos.com

 

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