2 US Navy aircraft crash in South China Sea

US Navy Aircraft Crash in South China Sea

Two US Navy aircraft crashed into the South China Sea on Sunday, with no fatalities reported.

The first incident involved an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, which crashed while conducting routine operations from the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz. All three crew members were recovered by search and rescue teams.

A half-hour later, a Boeing F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jet also crashed into the South China Sea while conducting routine operations from the USS Nimitz. Both crew members ejected themselves and were safely recovered.

No fatalities reported in both incidents.

Author's summary: Two US Navy aircraft crashed in the South China Sea.

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Philstar.com Philstar.com — 2025-10-27

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