South Korean fighter jets collided due to pilots snapping pictures, report finds

One of the pilots has been fined thousands of dollars by the military to cover repair costs.

A South Korean military report reveals that two F-15K fighter jets collided in 2021 because pilots were taking photos and videos during a mission in Daegu. The collision resulted in significant damage, costing the military 880 million won in repairs. One pilot was fined 88 million won to cover the costs. The incident highlights the risks associated with pilots using personal devices during flights.

An investigation revealed that a pilot's attempt to capture photos during a flight led to a collision between two F-15K fighter jets, resulting in substantial repair costs.

Two South Korean fighter jets collided mid-air during a flight because the pilots decided to take photos and videos as a souvenir, leading to significant repair costs and penalties for those responsible.

A South Korean fighter pilot has been ordered to pay 88 million won ($59,200) in damages over a 2021 mid-air collision he caused by trying to get photos and videos of himself flying, an official report said on Wednesday.