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Navy Apologizes for Pilot’s Obscene Sky Art

An EA-18G Growler was the type of aircraft used to draw a phallic image above Okanogan County. U.S. Air Force
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Key Takeaways:

  • A Navy pilot from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island drew male genitalia in the sky over Okanogan County, Washington, prompting numerous complaints and widespread media attention.
  • Navy officials issued an apology, deeming the act "absolutely unacceptable" and "irresponsible," with no training value.
  • Two crew members involved in the incident have been grounded and are undergoing a thorough investigation to be held accountable for their actions.
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Officials at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island in Washington issued an apology after a pilot drew male genitalia in the sky above Okanogan County on Thursday. Residents captured photos and video and sent them to local news outlets to complain about the inappropriate prank.

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