The USS Harry S. Truman lost an F/A-18 Super Hornet during airstrikes on Houthi terrorists in the Red Sea. The incident resulted in minor injuries to one sailor. The aircraft carrier has previously lost another jet due to heavy winds and a 'friendly fire' incident. The military campaign against the Houthis escalated after attacks on the USS Harry S. Truman.
Key Points
Aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman lost an F/A-18 Super Hornet during airstrikes in the Red Sea
Minor injuries to one sailor reported
Previous incidents of fighter jets falling off the carrier due to heavy winds and 'friendly fire'
Military campaign against the Houthis escalated after attacks on the USS Harry S. Truman
Pros
Naval personnel were accounted for
Investigation into the incident is ongoing
The aircraft carrier and air wing remain fully mission-capable
Cons
Loss of an expensive F/A-18 Super Hornet
Previous incidents of fighter jets falling off the USS Harry S. Truman