Sources in Japan's Defense Ministry say a search is underway for two Maritime Self-Defense Force helicopters after contact was lost near Torishima in the Izu Islands at around 10:30 p.m. on Saturday.
There is information that a total of eight people were on board what appeared to be SH-60K helicopters.
The SH-60K aircraft, as shown on the MSDF website, are about 20 meters long and 16 meters wide, with two engines, and can carry up to four occupants.
There is information that a total of eight people were on board what appeared to be SH-60K helicopters.
The SH-60K aircraft, as shown on the MSDF website, are about 20 meters long and 16 meters wide, with two engines, and can carry up to four occupants.
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Lost contact with two Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force SH-60K helicopters near Torishima in the Izu Islands. Eight personnel on board. Helicopters are approximately 20 meters long and 16 meters wide, carrying up to four occupants. Search underway for missing aircraft. #Japan, Defense Ministry,
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ID: 96385ca8-0246-4a4e-aab0-f4b6e197c631
Category ID: nhk
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20240421_05/
Date: April 21, 2024
Created: 2024/04/21 06:30
Updated: 2025/12/08 14:57
Last Read: 2024/04/21 21:30