A U.S. Marine Corps F-35 fighter jet crashed Friday morning near Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar in San Diego, California. The base gained fame as a primary filming location for the movie “Top Gun.” Authorities have confirmed the incident but have not yet released details regarding the cause of the crash or the condition of the pilot. The F-35 is a state-of-the-art “stealth” aircraft, and crashes are relatively rare. An investigation has been launched to determine the circumstances surrounding the event. Representatives from MCAS Miramar and the Department of Defense are expected to provide further updates as they become available. This incident raises questions about the operational safety of the F-35 program.