Lt. Nathan Poloski was presumed killed after two F/A-18C Hornets collided over the Pacific Ocean on September 15 during a routine flight off the USS Carl Vinson.
The 26-year-old pilot's remains and aircraft were not recovered despite an extensive search, while the other F/A-18 pilot safely ejected and was rescued.
Poloski was a 2009 graduate of the United States Naval Academy and was assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron VFA 94.
The U.S. Navy has identified Lt. Nathan Poloski, a 26-year-old from Lake Arrowhead, California, as the pilot who was presumed killed in a collision between two F/A-18C Hornets over the Pacific Ocean on September 15.
Poloski was declared presumed deceased after the two Hornets collided during a routine flight off the USS Carl Vinson, the Navy said.
CREATE A FREE ACCOUNT
Sign up to keep reading
Create a free account to continue. Already a member? Sign in below.
