A Marine CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter met with a tragic fate, leading to the loss of five US Marines. The crash occurred in the secluded Pine Valley region, east of San Diego, during a routine training flight from Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California.
An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter. (File photo: FOX News)
Despite the adverse weather conditions, including rain and snow, the aircraft embarked on its journey Tuesday night, only to be declared overdue eight hours later. A concerted search and rescue operation ensued, involving Marine personnel and local authorities, ultimately leading to the heart-wrenching discovery of the crew’s remains.
#BREAKING – Five US Marines Confirmed Dead After #California Helicopter Crash. It was flying from Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, on Tuesday “when the aircraft was reported overdue,” the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing said in a statement. pic.twitter.com/eezEeWe2o2
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Major General Michael Borgschulte expressed his deep sorrow over the incident, marking it as a profound loss for the Marine Corps community. The incident underscores the perilous nature of military training exercises, particularly in challenging weather conditions.
