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Nighttime aircraft accident off the coast of Virginia (163697)

Atlantic Ocean, WorldTakeoff (climb)

On August 15, 2007, a Grumman E-2C Hawkeye (registration 163697) operated by United States Navy - USN was involved in an aviation accident near Atlantic Ocean, World during takeoff. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

An E-2 Hawkeye crashed into the Atlantic Ocean during a night mission operating from the USS Harry S. Truman.

What happened

During a nighttime operation in the Atlantic Ocean, an E-2 Hawkeye crashed into the sea. The aircraft was operating as part of a mission based on the USS Harry S. Truman, which was cruising in the Atlantic at the time of the incident. The accident occurred approximately 240 km away from the Virginia coastline, shortly after the aircraft had departed from the carrier.

Findings

  • The crash took place during the night.
  • The aircraft went down during the initial climb/takeoff phase.
  • There were 3 fatalities among the crew members on board.
  • The specific circumstances surrounding the crash remain unknown.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Aug 2007 Grumman E-2C Hawkeye accident near Atlantic Ocean, World?

An E-2 Hawkeye crashed into the Atlantic Ocean during a night mission operating from the USS Harry S. Truman.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Aug 2007 Grumman E-2C Hawkeye accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Aug 2007 involved a Grumman E-2C Hawkeye, registration 163697, operated by United States Navy - USN, at Atlantic Ocean, World.

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