The Lightning II pilot radioed a code 7700, which flags an airborne emergency to air traffic control, around 1:10 p.m. local time on June 15.
“It’s a neat opportunity for us to get nice, new toys — even if they’re garbage.”
After dangers pass, Hamill announces via the app that “the air alert is over.” He then signs off with, “May the Force be with you."
“Ultimately, the [Lightning Technician Program] concept did not meet the needs of the Air Force enterprise,” the service said.
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