Air Force pilot dies after aircraft ejection seat goes off while on the ground

An Air Pressure teacher pilot has died after the ejection seat on his plane activated whereas the airplane was working on the bottom, officers mentioned.

The incident occurred on Monday at Sheppard Air Pressure Base close to Wichita Falls, Texas, when Capt. John Robertson of the eightieth Operations Help Squadron was in a T-6A Texan II plane throughout floor operations and he was instantly ejected from the airplane, inflicting him extreme accidents, based on an announcement from Sheppard Air Pressure Base launched on Tuesday describing the incident.

Robertson died early Tuesday morning from the accidents he suffered within the accident, Air Pressure officers mentioned.

“This can be a devastating loss for Captain Robertson’s household and family members, and for the complete eightieth Flying Coaching Wing,” mentioned Col. Mitchell J. Cok, the appearing wing commander. “Captain Robertson was a extremely valued Airman and teacher pilot. Our deepest condolences go along with all who knew and liked him.”

An interim security board investigation was convened instantly following the incident, based on Sheppard Air Pressure Base, and a “full Air Pressure Security Investigation Board is anticipated to be in place later this week.”

The board will launch its report when the investigation is full however they didn’t disclose after they anticipated this to occur.

“We’re grateful for the M1 upkeep crew who instantly offered live-sustaining care, and for the heroic efforts of the safety forces, fireplace and medical personnel right here on base and at United Regional Hospital,” Cok mentioned. “Their efforts allowed time for Captain Robertson’s household to be at his facet when he handed.”