An Air Force instructor pilot has tragically lost their life following an ejection seat malfunction while the jet was still grounded at Sheppard Air Force Base in Texas. The pilot, who was operating a T-6A Texan II aircraft, sustained injuries from the ejection and was transported to a hospital where they later succumbed to their injuries. The incident highlights the complexities and potential risks associated with ejection seat systems and has raised concerns within the Air Force. Investigations are currently underway to determine the exact cause of the malfunction.