RAF Hawk Jet Crew Eject Safely Before Cornwall Training Crash

Two Royal Air Force pilots are expected to make a full recovery following their successful ejection from a Hawk T2 training jet that crashed in Cornwall. The incident occurred during a routine training flight, with the aircraft plummeting into a field near Helston and Gweek.

The pilots, whose identities have not been released, were on a training mission originating from RAF Valley in Anglesey. Emergency services, including paramedics and police, attended the scene. Initial reports indicate no injuries to anyone on the ground.

An investigation into the cause of the crash has commenced. The Hawk T2 is a twin-seat fast jet trainer used for advanced flying and weapons instruction.