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Sailors Hurt, Aviators Eject in Carrier Mishap
1 Oct
Summary
- Four U.S. sailors sustained injuries during the incident.
- Two aviators ejected from their aircraft and were recovered.
- An aircraft recovery mishap occurred aboard the USS Eisenhower.
An aircraft recovery mishap aboard the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower resulted in injuries to four U.S. sailors and forced two aviators to eject. The incident occurred off the coast of Virginia. Both aviators were safely recovered by naval personnel. One sailor required hospitalization for non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a Norfolk-area hospital. The Navy has not yet disclosed the type of aircraft involved or the specific cause of the mishap.
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