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US Navy drone boat in calm waters near coastline with naval ship in distance.

US Navy Drone Boat Rescues Apache Crew Near Strait of Hormuz

In a daring rescue near the Strait of Hormuz, a US Navy drone boat sprang into action, saving two crew members from a downed US Army AH-64 Apache helicopter just two hours after the crash, with the soldiers now in stable condition. The incident is under investigation, but this heroic operation marks a groundbreaking milestone for the Navy's unmanned rescue capabilities.

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US Navy drone boat operating in calm waters off Oman coast.

US Navy Deploys Drone Boat in High-Stakes Rescue of Downed Apache Crew

In a daring rescue off the coast of Oman, a cutting-edge drone boat called the Saronic Corsair played a crucial role in saving the lives of two US Army aviators whose Apache helicopter had gone down. This 24-foot autonomous vessel, capable of reaching speeds of 35 knots, proved its worth in a high-stakes operation.

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Naval drone boat rescues helicopter crew in open ocean waters near coastline.

Navy Drone Boat Rescues Downed Helicopter Crew at Sea

In a groundbreaking rescue, a Navy drone boat swiftly came to the aid of a downed AH-64 Apache helicopter crew at sea, showcasing the game-changing potential of manned-unmanned teaming. The Corsair unmanned surface vessel, operated by Task Force 59, expertly retrieved the crew and transferred them to safety.

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