Watch: Fighter jet swerves dramatically to avoid birds near packed beach

Published: 7/29/2025
Watch: Fighter jet swerves dramatically to avoid birds near packed beach
During an air show in Gijon, a Spanish fighter jet executed an evasive maneuver to dodge a flock of birds, nearly crashing into the sea before safely flying away. The video footage captured the dramatic moment the F-18 fighter jet inverted to avoid the birds. The Spanish air force emphasized that this action was a standard precaution to ensure pilot safety and protect the spectators, following routine protocols to handle such situations.