US Apache helicopter crashes near Strait of Hormuz, crew safely rescued

Following the crash, rescue teams recovered both personnel on board, and officials confirmed that they survived the incident

WASHINGTON: (UrduPoint/UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News-June 9^th, 2026) A US military Apache attack helicopter has crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, with both crew members safely rescued, according to American media reports.

The incident occurred on Tuesday near the strategically important waterway. Following the crash, rescue teams recovered both personnel on board, and officials confirmed that they survived the incident.

Citing US media, reports said it is still unclear whether the helicopter was brought down due to hostile fire or whether it was the result of a technical malfunction or operational accident. Authorities have not yet determined the exact cause of the crash.

US President Donald Trump said in a statement that the pilots involved were safe and added that a detailed official report on the incident would be issued soon.

The investigations are underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.