Navy apologizes over penis drawn in the sky, grounds aircrew involved

The Navy said Friday it has grounded an aircrew over “wholly unacceptable” behavior after aviators drew a penis in the sky with jet exhaust over Washington state on Thursday.

“The Navy apologizes to anyone who was offended by this unacceptable action,” according to a statement from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. “The Officers and Sailors of the United States Navy are professionals, held to the highest standards, while serving our nation with pride around world. The actions of this aircrew were wholly unacceptable and antithetical to Navy core values. We have grounded the aircrew and are conducting a thorough investigation – and we will hold those responsible accountable for their actions.