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Four personnel injured in aircraft landing accident on USS Eisenhower near Virginia

An aircraft landing on the carrier USS Eisenhower off Virginia's coast resulted in four injuries, including two pilots and two crew members.

A mishap occurred on the flight deck of the USS Eisenhower as a plane attempted to land, leading to four individuals being injured. The aircraft's two pilots deployed their ejection seats and were retrieved by rescue teams, after which they underwent medical evaluation, with no confirmation of injuries. Two other crew members were also wounded; a sailor with minor injuries was transported to a Norfolk, Virginia hospital for treatment.

The incident took place off the coast of Virginia, and the Navy has provided limited information, stating only that the accident happened during the landing. No further cause or investigation details have been disclosed.

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