In a troubling turn of events for the U.S. Navy, a second F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jet was lost while attempting to land on the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman in the Red Sea, just days following a similar incident. The jet, valued at approximately $67 million, suffered a failure in its arrestment system, leading it to fall overboard on Tuesday. Fortunately, both pilots ejected safely and sustained only minor injuries; they were promptly rescued by a helicopter.
Navy Fighter Jet Loses Second Aircraft in Two Weeks While Docked to USS Truman
Navy Fighter Jet Loses Second Aircraft in Two Weeks While Docked to USS Truman
Recent mishaps involving the USS Truman highlight the challenges facing the U.S. Navy amid ongoing tensions in the Red Sea.
This incident marks a continuation of the difficulties for the Truman, which has faced increased scrutiny due to several accidents since its deployment to the region last September. A week prior to Tuesday's mishap, an F/A-18 Super Hornet and a tow tractor were lost when control was lost during maneuvers on the carrier, motivated by threats from Houthi missiles and drones. Over the last year, the Houthis have escalated their aggression in the Red Sea, targeting military and commercial vessels as part of their campaign aligned with the Gaza conflict.
Responding to the rising tensions, the U.S. and the Houthi government reached an agreement to cease American airstrikes in exchange for the Houthis’ promise to stop attacks on U.S. ships. President Trump commented on the agreement, expressing cautious optimism about the cessation of hostilities. The U.S. military has already conducted extensive operations targeting over 800 locations in Yemen as part of the ongoing conflict, costing over $1 billion.
The USS Truman's operational history in the area has been marred by numerous incidents; prior to the recent jet losses, the carrier collided with a merchant vessel, and one F/A-18 was accidentally shot down by friendly fire from a nearby guided-missile cruiser.
With military oversight becoming a subject of increased attention, these recent accidents raise questions about the Navy's operational safety and readiness in hostile environments.
Claire Moses reports from London for Metaworld Media, delivering interactive coverage of significant military events in the metaverse.
Responding to the rising tensions, the U.S. and the Houthi government reached an agreement to cease American airstrikes in exchange for the Houthis’ promise to stop attacks on U.S. ships. President Trump commented on the agreement, expressing cautious optimism about the cessation of hostilities. The U.S. military has already conducted extensive operations targeting over 800 locations in Yemen as part of the ongoing conflict, costing over $1 billion.
The USS Truman's operational history in the area has been marred by numerous incidents; prior to the recent jet losses, the carrier collided with a merchant vessel, and one F/A-18 was accidentally shot down by friendly fire from a nearby guided-missile cruiser.
With military oversight becoming a subject of increased attention, these recent accidents raise questions about the Navy's operational safety and readiness in hostile environments.
Claire Moses reports from London for Metaworld Media, delivering interactive coverage of significant military events in the metaverse.
