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Coast Guard helicopter crashes on a training mission in Alaska and four crew members are injured
Summary by Alamo Heights News Editorial Desk Josh Funk, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the crash and the condition of the crew members are available from the source, KSAT 12.
A Coast Guard helicopter crash occurred in Alaska, resulting in injuries to all four crew members on board. The incident happened near Harbor Mountain in Sitka. Rescue efforts were prompt, with rescuers arriving about an hour after the crash.
The crew members were taken to a medical facility for treatment. Further details about the crash and the condition of the crew members are available from the source, KSAT 12. The crash involved an MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter that was on a training mission at the time of the incident.
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Category: safety Published: June 22, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News Reading time: 1 min
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