ARLINGTON, Va. – March 9, 2025 – Former Marine Col. Charles “Tre” Del Pizzo, 47, is addressing his recent dismissal from a post in Yuma, Arizona, from his family's rental home in Arlington.
Del Pizzo's dismissal comes over a year after he ejected from an F-35B during a training exercise over North Charleston, South Carolina. Authorities said he is seeking clarification regarding the circumstances surrounding his departure from service.
The incident in which Del Pizzo ejected reportedly involved adverse weather conditions, leading to scrutiny over the events that transpired. Emergency responders at the scene reportedly provided medical assistance.
An investigation into the circumstances of the ejection and subsequent dismissal is ongoing. Del Pizzo expressed concerns about the lack of communication from military leadership regarding his situation.