A United States Coast Guard helicopter crashed on June 22, 2026, in Sitka, Alaska, prompting a search-and-rescue operation, according to the Coast Guard. The incident involved a Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter. The military stated, "First responders and search and rescue assets are currently responding. The safety, well-being, and rescue of our crew members is our absolute, immediate priority." The cause of the crash and the condition of those on board have not been disclosed. A formal investigation will be conducted to determine the circumstances surrounding the event. This incident follows a recent crash of a B-52 Stratofortress in California that resulted in eight fatalities.
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U.S. Coast Guard Helicopter Crashes in Sitka, Alaska
A U.S. Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crashed in Sitka, Alaska, on June 22, 2026, leading to a search-and-rescue operation. The cause of the crash and the condition of the crew members are currently unknown, and a formal investigation will be conducted.
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