What happened
During a low-level target training exercise, an aircraft went down in the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The accident occurred at a location approximately 27 miles west-northwest of Tarpon Springs. While the specific circumstances surrounding the impact remain undetermined, the aircraft crashed into the sea during its mission.
Search and rescue operations following the incident resulted in the recovery of seven individuals. However, the crash led to seven fatalities among the personnel on board.
Findings
At this time, the exact cause of the accident has not been established, as the aircraft crashed under unknown circumstances.