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U.S. Helicopter Crew Rescued Near Strait of Hormuz After Downed by Unknown Cause

A U.S. Apache helicopter went down near the Strait of Hormuz, with two crew members later rescued by a sea drone. The cause of the incident remains unclear, with reports suggesting possible Iranian fire, mechanical failure, or other issues. The event occurred amid a fragile cease-fire in the region.

A U.S. Apache helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz on June 9, 2026, according to multiple news outlets. Two crew members were recovered by a sea drone, as reported by BBC World. The cause of the crash is not immediately clear, with some reports indicating the possibility of Iranian fire, while others suggest mechanical failure or other issues. The incident occurred during a period when the cease-fire in the war has grown tenuous, as noted by The New York Times.

Where Sources Diverge

The cause of the incident is not specified in some reports, while others suggest possible causes such as Iranian fire, mechanical failure, or other issues.

nyt

It was not immediately clear what led to the incident.

the-hindu

It was not immediately clear whether the Apache was shot down by Iranian fire, experienced mechanical failure or encountered some other problem.

Timelines

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PublicBBC WorldJun 9, 05:15 PM
Crashed US army helicopter pilots rescued by sea drone near Strait of Hormuz

An uncrewed vessel picked up two crew members of an Apache helicopter that went down on Monday, US officials tells CBS News.

IndependentThe HinduJun 9, 08:08 AM
Crew rescued after U.S. helicopter goes down near Strait Of Hormuz: report

It was ​not immediately clear ⁠whether the Apache was ‌shot down by Iranian fire, experienced mechanical failure or encountered some ‌other problem

IndependentNew York TimesJun 9, 07:44 AM
Crew Rescued After U.S. Helicopter Goes Down Near Strait of Hormuz

It was not immediately clear what led to the incident, which came at a time when the cease-fire in the war has grown tenuous.