US Navy autonomous vessel rescued Apache crew in what reports describe as a first operational mission

An autonomous US Navy vessel rescued the two crew members of an Apache helicopter that crashed in the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and it is not yet clear whether the helicopter was shot down or suffered a technical failure. The unmanned boat belongs to Task Force 59, a unit specializing in unmanned systems.

8 developments

1. 7 days ago · 11:24 · 10 JunLatest

   Rescue carried out by Task Force 59, specializing in unmanned systems.

2. 20:38 · 9 Jun

   US Central Command officially confirms the unmanned vessel rescue to IDF Radio

3. 14:05 · 9 Jun

   Crew rescued by an unmanned surface vessel

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