What's happened
Investigations into the crashes of a B-1B Lancer in South Dakota and an aircraft during Exercise Pitch Black in Australia reveal crew failures, adverse weather, and successful pilot ejection.
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What the papers say
The crash of the B-1B Lancer in South Dakota was attributed to crew failures and poor training culture within units at Ellsworth Air Force Base, according to Military.com. The investigation report pointed to adverse weather conditions, ineffective flying operations supervision, and an unhealthy organizational culture as contributing factors. The Independent highlighted the blunt report from Air Force Global Strike Command, which described crew failures and an organizational culture that tolerated decaying airmanship skills. SBS reported on the aircraft crash during Exercise Pitch Black in Australia, emphasizing the successful pilot ejection and the ongoing investigation into the incident.
How we got here
The B-1B Lancer crash in South Dakota occurred on January 4, leading to the destruction of the aircraft and injuries to two of the four crew members. The crash investigation revealed shortcomings in crew resource management and a poor training culture at Ellsworth Air Force Base. In Australia, an aircraft crashed during Exercise Pitch Black, with the pilot ejecting safely. The incident highlighted the risks associated with large-scale military exercises involving multiple countries.
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