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A U.S. fighter jet and a helicopter crashed within 30 minutes of each other, prompting a frantic rescue operation.
Both aircraft went down over the South China Sea on Sunday.
An F/A-18 Super Hornet jet (shown in March) crashed over the South China Sea on SundayCredit: AFP
An MH-60R Seahawk helicopter also crashed, triggering an urgent searchCredit: Getty
The F/A-18 Super Hornet jet and the Sea Hawk helicopter were involved in a routine operation.
The MH-60R Sea Hawk went down at approximately 2:45 PM, followed by the Super Hornet half an hour later.
Both aircraft were conducting operations from the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier.
The crashes were deemed “very unusual” by U.S. President Donald Trump.
He suggested that a fuel issue might be the cause of the incidents.
“They believe it could be bad fuel,” Trump remarked to reporters aboard Air Force One.
“We will find out. There’s nothing to hide, sir.”
The U.S. Navy has lost four F/A-18 jets this year.
The F/A-18 was first introduced to the Navy in 1978 and can achieve top speeds of Mach 1.8 – nearly 1,200 mph.
The aircraft is powered by two turbofan engines and has a range exceeding 2,000 miles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the crashes of the fighter jet and helicopter?
U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that a potential fuel issue could be responsible for the crashes.
How many F/A-18 jets has the U.S. Navy lost this year?
The U.S. Navy has lost four F/A-18 jets in 2023.
What are the specifications of the F/A-18 Super Hornet?
The F/A-18 Super Hornet can reach speeds of up to Mach 1.8, which is nearly 1,200 mph, and has a range of over 2,000 miles.
