What happened
During a local training mission originating from NAS Quonset Point, an aircraft crashed into the waters of Narragansett Bay. The incident occurred while the flight crew was performing an approach to runway 19. The impact took place approximately 500 feet before reaching the runway threshold.
Following the crash, rescue operations were successful in locating all personnel on board. There were no fatalities among the six crew members, though the aircraft was completely destroyed during the event.
Findings
Information regarding the specific mechanical or operational reasons for the impact remains under investigation; however, it is established that the aircraft struck the water short of its intended landing surface.