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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Bernadette B. Tixon

Trump Says No Foul Play in Navy Crashes—Faulty Fuel Eyed in South China Sea Incidents

Two U.S. Navy aircraft from the USS Nimitz—a Sea Hawk helicopter and an F/A-18 Super Hornet—crashed in separate incidents during routine operations over the South China Sea on Sunday. (Credit: YouTube)

Two U.S. Navy aircraft crashed during separate operations over the South China Sea on Sunday, prompting swift rescue efforts and an ongoing investigation into the cause. President Donald Trump, speaking aboard Air Force One, said he does not suspect foul play in either incident and cited faulty fuel as a possible explanation.

President Briefed on Crashes Near USS Nimitz

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