# Mountain Home AFB
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Sky-High Costs: The Strategic Implications of the US Navy's Growler Mid-Air Collision
Two US Navy EA-18G Growler electronic warfare aircraft collided during an Idaho airshow, resulting in over $200 million in losses. While all four crew members survived, the incident highlights the risks of using specialized combat aircraft for aerobatic displays and the strategic vulnerability caused by the loss of limited-production airframes.
Double Growler Down: US Navy Mid-Air Collision Highlights Risks in Aerial Demonstrations
Two U.S. Navy E/A-18G Growler electronic warfare jets collided mid-air during a flight demonstration at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho. All four crew members successfully ejected without reported fatalities, though the loss of two high-value airframes marks a significant incident for Naval aviation.
Electronic Warfare Risks: Navy 'Growler' Collision at Idaho Airshow Raises Readiness Concerns
Two U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler electronic warfare aircraft collided and crashed during an airshow at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho. All crew members successfully ejected and are being evaluated, while the military begins an investigation into the cause of the high-value equipment loss.