Navy Helicopter Crash
In a startling incident during a routine training exercise, a U.S. Navy MH-60R Seahawk helicopter crashed into the waters of San Diego Bay on Thursday evening. Fortunately, all six crewmembers onboard miraculously survived the ordeal. The incident occurred shortly after 6:30 p.m. in Coronado, across from San Diego. Cmdr. Beth Teach of the Naval Air Force Pacific Fleet issued a statement, mentioning that a safety boat was on standby at the location due to the nature of the training. This precautionary measure played a pivotal role in swiftly rescuing the crewmembers, who were then taken ashore for medical evaluations.
While there was no immediate information regarding the condition of the crew, Navy officials reported no critical or life-threatening injuries. Both the local Fire Department and the U.S. Coast Guard promptly responded to the crash site, underscoring the effective coordination of emergency services.
The helicopter belonged to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 41, a fleet replacement squadron based at Naval Air Station North Island on the Coronado peninsula. This squadron primarily focuses on training air crews to operate MH-60R Seahawks, which serve as the Navy's primary helicopters for anti-submarine warfare. Moreover, these versatile helicopters can perform a wide range of missions, including reconnaissance and search-and-rescue operations.
The investigation into the cause of the crash is currently underway, as authorities seek to determine the factors that led to this alarming incident. Thankfully, the quick response and preparedness of the Navy's training exercises and emergency protocols contributed to the safe rescue of all crewmembers involved in this harrowing event.
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