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Navy Helicopter and Fighter Jet Crash in South China Sea – All Crew Safe

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor October 27, 2025

written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

U.S. Navy Aircraft Crash in ⁢South China Sea

A U.S.Navy helicopter and fighter jet assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz crashed in⁢ the South China Sea on Sunday in separate incidents occurring less than an hour apart, officials reported. All personnel involved were rescued and are in stable condition.

The⁢ incidents raise questions about operational safety‌ in the contested waters⁢ of the South China Sea, ⁢a region of strategic importance and frequent military activity. the Navy has initiated investigations into the‌ causes of both⁣ crashes.

At approximately 2:45 p.m. local time, an⁣ MH-60R⁣ Sea Hawk helicopter from Helicopter⁣ Maritime Strike ⁤Squadron 73 (“Battle Cats”) went down during routine operations. The three crew members were rescued by assets from the Nimitz’s⁤ strike group.

Roughly 30 minutes later, at 3:15 p.m., an F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jet from ‍strike Fighter ‌Squadron 22⁣ (“Fighting Redcocks”) also crashed while conducting routine operations. Both crew members successfully ejected ⁤and were subsequently rescued, according to U.S. ⁣Pacific Fleet.

The causes of both incidents are currently under investigation.

October 27, 2025 0 comments

Entertainment

Navy Celebrates 250th Birthday: Events & Schedule

by Julia Evans – Entertainment Editor October 10, 2025

written by Julia Evans – Entertainment Editor

Navy Unveils Schedule for 250th⁣ Birthday Celebration ‌in Philadelphia & Camden

PHILADELPHIA ‍- The U.S. Navy⁤ has released a detailed schedule⁣ of events commemorating ‌its 250th birthday, centered around a week-long celebration in Philadelphia and Camden, new Jersey, from October 9-16. The festivities will include ship tours, air shows, a parade, concerts, and opportunities to explore workforce growth within the maritime industry.

the public will have access to tours of historic Navy vessels, including the battleship⁣ New Jersey, the cruiser⁣ Olympia, a WWII-era submarine Becuna, and a replica ⁢of Washington’s Crossing‍ boat, at Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia ⁢and Camden Waterfront. From October 10-15, eight Navy vessels and two Coast Guard ⁤cutters will also be open for public⁢ tours in Philadelphia and⁤ Camden.

Aerial displays ⁢are planned for October 11-13,featuring Navy and marine Corps aircraft flying over‌ the Delaware River and South Jersey. Flyovers will occur‌ at⁤ 10‌ a.m., 12 p.m., and 2 p.m. each day.

On October 11, the Innovation Pavilion in Philadelphia will host a showcase of ⁤shipbuilding and maritime industry workforce and ‍training opportunities⁣ from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Later that evening, a Navy gala at the National Constitution Center will feature remarks from Navy and Marine Corps officials alongside ⁢ESPN’s Sal Paolantonio.

October 12 will feature⁤ a veteran and civilian picnic at ⁣Independence Mall, boasting‌ over 50 food vendors and music from U.S. Navy bands. Actor and‍ retired Marine Rob riggle‍ will speak at 6‌ p.m. EST during the “Victory at Sea” concert, ‍also at Independence Mall, with performances by Patti⁣ LaBelle and the Elite Marine ⁣Corps Band.

A celebratory parade will march through downtown Philadelphia on October 13 at 11⁣ a.m., culminating at Independence⁣ Hall at 2:30 p.m.with a ‍Blue Angels flyover, music, and remarks⁢ from military and civic leaders. A fireworks display over the delaware ‌River, near historic Navy ⁣and Coast guard ships, will conclude the day’s ‌events‍ at ⁢6 p.m. EST.

Ships will depart from Penn’s⁣ Landing,the Navy Yard in Philadelphia,Gloucester City,New Jersey,and the battleship New Jersey in camden on October⁣ 16,and the public⁤ is invited to ‍see them off.

More information about the events can be found at https://www.homecoming250.org/schedule-of-events/.

October 10, 2025 0 comments

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US Military Confronts Venezuela: Jets Fly Near Navy Ship After Drug Strike

by Julia Evans – Entertainment Editor September 6, 2025

written by Julia Evans – Entertainment Editor

Venezuelan fighter jets conducted a “show of force” near⁢ a ⁢U.S. Navy ⁢vessel in international waters off the coast of Venezuela ‍this week, prompting a response from the Pentagon.The incident, which occurred Wednesday, involved Venezuelan Su-30 fighter jets flying as close as ‌1,000 feet from the USS Lassen, a guided-missile destroyer, according to U.S.officials.

The encounter escalates tensions between⁢ the U.S. and Venezuela ⁣amid ongoing ‌counter-narcotics ⁤operations and U.S. efforts to‍ pressure the Maduro regime. The incident raises concerns about potential miscalculation and the risk of escalation in a region⁤ already grappling with political instability and illicit trafficking. The U.S. Navy has increased its presence in the Caribbean Sea and eastern ⁢Pacific Ocean as part of Operation Vigilant Sentry,aimed at disrupting drug smuggling ‌routes.

The Department of Defense (DOD) addressed the incident on X, formerly Twitter, stating, “The cartel running venezuela is strongly advised not to pursue any further effort to obstruct, deter or interfere with counter-narcotics and counter-terror operations ‌carried out by the U.S. military.”⁢ The Navy also deployed the cruiser USS Lake Erie in the Pacific Ocean off Latin America.

U.S. officials⁤ have not disclosed the specific type of ‍munitions aboard the USS Lassen, nor details regarding the criteria ⁤used to ‍classify the vessel and its⁣ crew as ⁤targets. Requests for comment from Navy Times to the White House, Navy, and⁢ Pentagon were‍ declined.

The ‍incident follows increased U.S. pressure on Venezuelan president⁢ Nicolás‌ Maduro, including a $50 million ⁢reward offered by U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi on August 7 for his arrest, labeling him a “threat to the national security” of the U.S., as ⁣reported by CBS News.

September 6, 2025 0 comments