Two Rafale fighter jets collided in northeastern France, two people are missing

On August 14, 2024, according to French media reports, two "Rafale" fighter jets collided in mid-air in the Meurthe-et-Moselle department in northeastern France. This accident resulted in the disappearance of two people.

It is reported that at the time of the incident, one pilot on one of the fighter jets ejected and escaped before the impact and was unharmed. While one instructor and one trainee pilot on the other fighter jet are unaccounted for, and the search operation is still ongoing.

The cause of this accident is still under investigation by relevant departments. Meanwhile, information such as the specific model of the fighter jets, the detailed conditions of the pilots, and the impact of the accident on the ground awaits subsequent authoritative reports and in-depth investigations to be clarified.

French Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu informed about the relevant situation on social media on the same day. This accident has drawn great attention from the French military and the public, and the international community is also closely following this aviation safety incident.