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Coast Guard helicopter crashes on a training mission in Alaska and four crew members are injured
By Josh Funk, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A Coast Guard helicopter crashed in Alaska Monday, and all four crew members were injured. The MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crashed near Harbor Mountain in Sitka, but no deaths were reported. Rescuers arrived around 11 a.m. about an hour after the crash and rushed all four crew members to Mt. Edgecum...
Key takeaway The MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crashed near Harbor Mountain in Sitka, but no deaths were reported.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The recent string of major plane crashes, including the Coast Guard helicopter crash in Alaska, raises concerns for San Antonio residents who value aviation safety. With several military bases in the area, including those with helicopter training programs, the community has a vested interest in understanding the causes of such incidents. The fact that the Coast Guard will investigate the crash is reassuring, as it may provide valuable insights into the factors that contributed to the accident. Locally, residents may be interested in knowing how these incidents might impact training procedures or safety protocols at nearby bases. As the investigation unfolds, it will be worth watching to see if any changes are implemented to prevent similar crashes in the future, potentially affecting the local aviation community. The proximity of the business jet crash in Laredo, Texas, also serves as a reminder that aviation safety is a statewide concern.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Coast Guard helicopter crashed in Alaska Monday, and all four crew members were injured. The MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crashed near Harbor Mountain in Sitka, but no deaths were reported. Rescuers arrived around 11 a.m. about an hour after the crash and rushed all four crew members to Mt. Edgecum...
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