BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — State Highway 167 reopened Thursday following an emergency closure due to the crash of two Navy fighter jets at an airshow in Mountain Home on May 17.
According to authorities, two Navy EA-18 fighter jets collided during the Fighter Skies airshow at Mountain Home Air Force Base. All four crew members successfully ejected and sustained no injuries, but both jets crashed, causing an explosion and creating a debris field.
Emergency response teams worked to clear hazardous materials from the area. The Idaho Transportation Department announced the roadway's reopening, thanking local residents for their patience during the closure.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing.