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American Focus > Blog > Politics > Second F/A-18 Super Hornet Lost in Red Sea from USS Harry S. Truman — Major Setback for U.S. Navy in Just Over a Week |
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Second F/A-18 Super Hornet Lost in Red Sea from USS Harry S. Truman — Major Setback for U.S. Navy in Just Over a Week |

Last updated: May 7, 2025 1:20 am
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An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81, launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (Credit: Centcom)

Another High-Tech Casualty: F/A-18 Super Hornet Lost at Sea

The USS Harry S. Truman has once again made headlines for all the wrong reasons, as yet another F/A-18 Super Hornet has plunged into the depths of the Red Sea. This incident marks the second loss of a multimillion-dollar fighter jet in just a week, raising eyebrows and questions about operational protocols.

According to reports from various sources, including CNN, the latest aircraft was lost due to what appears to be an arresting gear malfunction during landing. Thankfully, the pilot and the weapons systems officer managed to eject and were rescued with only minor injuries. However, the jet, valued at over $60 million, now lies unrecovered at the ocean floor.

This recent mishap is not a standalone event. Just last week, another F/A-18 fighter jet was lost after it reportedly fell overboard while attempting to evade missile fire from Iranian-backed Houthi forces. In less than a week, two advanced warplanes have vanished without a trace, leaving military officials with a lot to ponder.

According to the official Navy report, the aircraft from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 136 was being towed when the crew reportedly lost control, leading to its unfortunate plunge into one of the world’s most strategically crucial waterways. Both personnel aboard the jet were able to eject safely, with only one suffering a minor injury.

In an official statement, the Navy elaborated, “The F/A-18E was actively under tow in the hangar bay when the move crew lost control of the aircraft. The aircraft and tow tractor were lost overboard.” The Navy has promised an investigation to uncover the specifics of this alarming series of events.

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In the context of international military operations, these incidents underscore a broader narrative of technological vulnerability. High-tech machinery, while impressive, can also be a source of operational risk, particularly in high-stakes environments. As the military grapples with these losses, the question remains: are we adequately prepared for the complexities of modern warfare, or are we merely one malfunction away from losing more than just hardware?

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$60M Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet Falls Off USS Harry S. Truman Into the Red Sea

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