Multiple Navy Aircraft Crash in South China Sea, Crew Rescued
TL;DR
Two aircraft from the USS Nimitz, a fighter jet and a helicopter, crashed into the South China Sea within 30 minutes, but all crew members were rescued and are safe. The incidents are under investigation, and the Navy suggests bad fuel as a possible cause. The Nimitz is returning to Washington after deployment in the Middle East, and this follows recent mishaps involving other US Navy ships.
Topics:nationmilitary#aircraft-crashes#military#military-mishaps#navy-investigation#south-china-sea#uss-nimitz
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