Navy Knighthawk makes emergency landing

The Virginia State Police responded to a US Navy MH-60S mishap, which took place on 12 January 2022, late in the morning local time.

The Knighthawk of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26 Chargers (BuNo 167856/HW-..) made an emergency crash landing in an open field near the 12300 block of Oak Lane in Isle of Wight County (VA).

According to police, as the helicopter pilot made the emergency landing, the momentum of the helicopter caused it to slide into the wood line and strike several trees.

The helo had three people onboard; the two pilots were not injured, but the back passenger was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

This crash is now under investigation by US Navy Investigation and Security personnel.