Chinese Naval Fighter Jet Crashes During Training in Hainan

The pilot ejected safely, and no ground damage was reported as authorities begin an investigation into the incident.

A Chinese naval fighter jet from the Southern Theater Command crashed during a training exercise in Hainan province on Saturday.
The crash occurred in an open area near Jialai town, with no reported collateral damage on the ground.
The pilot successfully ejected from the aircraft and escaped unhurt, according to a statement from the Chinese navy.
An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the crash, and the navy is managing the aftermath.
Hainan is a key military stronghold for China in the contested South China Sea, an area of ongoing territorial disputes with neighboring countries.