Four-Engine Aircraft Training Mission Crash in the Atlantic Ocean (152724)

Incident Overview A four-engine aircraft was conducting a training mission departing from Lajes when it crashed into the Atlantic Ocean under unknown circumstances. The crash site was located approximately 32 kilometers northeast of Lajes. Only a small amount of debris was found floating on the water's surface. All seven crew members on board were killed in the accident. ## Crew Members The seven crew members who perished were: Lt David G. Schwerstein, Lt Michael E. Hayes, Ltjg Michael Dziubak, Ad1 Robert L. Hasselbacher, Ad1 Randolph L. Affield, Ao3 Robert J. Elmore, and At3 Weslie Donald Putnam. ## Investigation Findings The official investigation concluded that the exact cause of the accident remains unknown.