What happened
During a protracted training operation, an aircraft went down in the ocean near Ceiba, Puerto Rico. The impact occurred roughly 13 kilometers away from the Roosevelt Roads Naval Air Station. While the exact reasons for the descent remain undetermined, the event took place while the plane was engaged in a long-term mission.
Following the accident, search and recovery efforts resulted in the retrieval of the aircraft. Despite the successful recovery, the aircraft was determined to be a total loss due to extensive damage sustained during the crash.
There were zero fatalities reported in relation to this incident, as no occupants were lost during the event.
Findings
At this time, the specific reasons for the crash are categorized as unknown circumstances. No official conclusion regarding the mechanical or operational failures has been established.