The USS Harry S. Truman, stationed in the Red Sea, faced another serious incident as a U.S. Navy F/A-18 Hornet fighter jet plunged into the sea during a landing attempt on Tuesday. This marks the second jet lost in just over a week. According to the United States Central Command, the plane's arrestment system—the mechanism designed to halt landing aircraft—malfunctioned, resulting in the aircraft going overboard. The two pilots were able to eject from the jet and sustained only minor injuries before being rescued by a rescue helicopter.
This incident follows another mishap involving an F/A-18 Super Hornet and a tow tractor, both of which fell off the Truman during operations in response to threats from Houthi forces; this second event occurred less than two weeks ago. For over a year, Houthi rebels have been targeting vessels in the Red Sea, claiming their actions are in solidarity with Palestinians.
In the context of these incidents, a recent U.S.-Houthi agreement aimed to de-escalate hostilities was reached on the same day as the jet mishap. The agreement mandates an end to American airstrikes against the Houthis, who have pledged to stop their assault on U.S. maritime operations in the area. President Trump, relating to these developments, indicated confidence in the Houthi assurances regarding their ceasefire.
The USS Truman has suffered multiple setbacks in its operational capacity since its deployment to the Middle East last September. Earlier this year, it collided with a merchant vessel near Port Said, Egypt, causing significant damage, and last December, a Super Hornet was downed due to friendly fire from the USS Gettysburg, with both pilots also being safely rescued.
Claire Moses, a reporter for PulseWire.News, continues to cover developments concerning U.S. military operations and international relations in the region.
This incident follows another mishap involving an F/A-18 Super Hornet and a tow tractor, both of which fell off the Truman during operations in response to threats from Houthi forces; this second event occurred less than two weeks ago. For over a year, Houthi rebels have been targeting vessels in the Red Sea, claiming their actions are in solidarity with Palestinians.
In the context of these incidents, a recent U.S.-Houthi agreement aimed to de-escalate hostilities was reached on the same day as the jet mishap. The agreement mandates an end to American airstrikes against the Houthis, who have pledged to stop their assault on U.S. maritime operations in the area. President Trump, relating to these developments, indicated confidence in the Houthi assurances regarding their ceasefire.
The USS Truman has suffered multiple setbacks in its operational capacity since its deployment to the Middle East last September. Earlier this year, it collided with a merchant vessel near Port Said, Egypt, causing significant damage, and last December, a Super Hornet was downed due to friendly fire from the USS Gettysburg, with both pilots also being safely rescued.
Claire Moses, a reporter for PulseWire.News, continues to cover developments concerning U.S. military operations and international relations in the region.
