A Spanish EF-18 Hornet performing at an airshow over San Lorenzo Bay had a terrifying close call as it nearly crashed near a crowded beach. The jet dipped dangerously low before making a sharp evasive roll to avoid a flock of birds. Black smoke trailed the aircraft as stunned spectators captured the dramatic scene. The pilot’s swift reaction prevented a disaster, and the Spanish Air Force confirmed it was a standard evasive maneuver to prevent a fatal bird strike. Officials praised the move as quick-thinking and life-saving. <br /> <br /> <br />#SpainAirshow #EF18Hornet #Gijon #SanLorenzoBay #BirdStrike #NearCrash #SpanishAirForce #PilotHero #AirshowDrama #JetScare #BreakingNews #AviationNews #FighterJet #Airshow2025 #EmergencyManeuver #BeachCrowd #AerialDanger #CloseCall #JetOverBeach #FlyingDisplay #AviationSafety #PilotReaction #AirForcePraise #GijonAirshow #HornetJet #AirDisasterAverted #BirdStrikeRisk #EF18 #Asturias #SanLorenzoIncident #CrowdedBeachFlyby<br /><br />~HT.178~GR.125~ED.194~
