MH-60S Seahawk helicopter.
US navy crew member missing following emergency landing in Arabian Sea
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A US Navy MH-60S Seahawk helicopter assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush conducted an emergency water landing in the Arabian Sea, according to statements from US Naval Forces Central Command and the US 5th Fleet.
The incident occurred around 7:30 AM GMT.
Four crew members were aboard the helicopter at the time of the ditching. Three were recovered from the water and are reported to be in stable condition aboard the carrier.
Search and rescue operations continue for the fourth crew member.
US Navy officials have stated there is no indication that hostile action caused the emergency.
The cause of the incident remains under investigation.
The USS George H.W. Bush is operating in the region as part of US forces maintaining presence and vigilance in the Middle East, amid the war with Iran.
Navy assets in the region, including ships and aircraft, are actively involved in the ongoing search efforts. Details about the identities of the crew members have not been publicly released at this time.
