Two US Aircraft from 'Nimitz' Carrier Crash in South China Sea

(US, 27th) Two military aircraft from the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier crashed separately in the South China Sea on the 26th.
The first crash involved an MH-60R 'Seahawk' helicopter. Half an hour later, an F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jet also crashed into the South China Sea while performing a routine mission.
The US Pacific Fleet issued a statement indicating that the MH-60R 'Seahawk' helicopter crashed into the sea during routine operations on the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier. The three crew members on the helicopter were rescued by search and rescue teams.
The statement said that half an hour later, an F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jet took off from the USS Nimitz for a routine mission and also crashed in the South China Sea.

The statement noted that the two crew members on board were able to eject and escape, and were rescued safely.
Authorities pointed out that all personnel involved were safe and in stable condition. The causes of the two incidents are under investigation.
The US Navy aircraft crashes occurred as President Trump was carrying out his first visit to Asia since returning to the White House.
Earlier this year, two fighter jets from the USS Truman aircraft carrier crashed into the Red Sea while on missions in the Middle East.