Air Force pilot dies after aircraft ejection seat goes off while on the ground

A tragic incident at Sheppard Air Force Base in Texas resulted in the death of Capt. John Robertson, an Air Force instructor pilot.
While performing ground operations in a T-6A Texan II aircraft on Monday, Robertson was unexpectedly ejected from the plane, sustaining severe injuries.
Despite efforts to save him, Robertson succumbed to his injuries early Tuesday morning.
Col. Mitchell J. Cok, the acting wing commander, expressed condolences to Robertson’s family and colleagues, highlighting his value as an Airman and instructor pilot, ABC News has reported.
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[@raptoroptical2991]

Went to Euro/NATO JOINT jet fighter training at Sheppard back in 1988. We were flying the T-37 back then and had a similar incident with a T-38. So sad to lose one of our own

[@mrhassell]

Deepest condolences go out to Capt. John Robertson family, loved ones, and colleagues during this difficult time.

[@nsdlsarn]

Rest in peace

[@tommyrepulser]

Boeing

[@4325air]

Boeing has nothing to do with it. The T-6A Texan II was designed and built by Textron-Beechcraft. Also, since you seem so ready to point the finger of blame, please tell us what the cause was: aircraft design, manufacturing, maintenance, or aircrew error.