Navy suspends search sailors missing plane crash
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The United States Navy has suspended its search efforts for the sailors missing after a plane crash off the coast of California.
According to reports, the Navy's P-8 Poseidon aircraft, which was conducting a routine training mission, went down in the Pacific Ocean approximately 30 miles off the coast of San Diego, California, on Tuesday evening.
The plane was carrying seven sailors, all of whom were on board when it crashed. The cause of the crash is still unknown, and an investigation is underway.
The Navy had been conducting an extensive search and rescue operation, involving multiple aircraft and ships, to locate the missing sailors. However, after an exhaustive search, the Navy has announced that it has suspended its efforts, citing the lack of any signs of survivors or wreckage.
The families of the missing sailors have been notified, and the Navy is providing support and counseling to those affected.
The incident is under investigation by the Navy and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
Details of the Incident:
- Date: Tuesday, [insert date]
- Time: Approximately 6:30 pm local time
- Location: Off the coast of San Diego, California, approximately 30 miles out to sea
- Aircraft: P-8 Poseidon
- Number of crew members: 7
- Status: Suspended search efforts
- Cause: Unknown
- Investigation: Ongoing, led by the Navy and NTSB
Reactions:
- "Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the missing sailors. We are doing everything we can to locate them and bring them home safely." - Navy spokesperson
- "We are deeply saddened by this tragic event and are working closely with the Navy to investigate the cause of the crash." - NTSB spokesperson
Developing Story:
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.