American media reported that an F-35 military plane crashed shortly after take-off in the American state of New Mexico.
According to reports received, the accident occurred yesterday evening, Tuesday, near Albuquerque Airport in the aforementioned state.
Local media quoted the authorities as saying that the accident did not result in any casualties or injuries, except for the pilot, who was the only person on board the plane and was able to jump with his parachute.
Firefighters said the pilot was taken to hospital in serious condition.
The causes of the plane crash were not immediately known. Police and firefighters are working at the scene.
It is noteworthy that the plane is one of the latest American combat aircraft, and its value is between 80 and 110 million dollars.
Source: National Iraqi News Agency