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    MCAS Cherry Point, AV-8B Harrier mishap

    CHERRY BRANCH, NC, UNITED STATES

    05.20.2019

    Story by 2nd Lt. Alessandro Rossi 

    2nd Marine Aircraft Wing   

    Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C. – A 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, AV-8B Harrier belonging to Marine Attack Squadron 542, crashed in the vicinity of Cherry Branch, North Carolina, at approximately 6:20 p.m. (EST), May 20, 2019. There are no reports of civilian casualties or personal property damage at this time.

    The sole pilot on board ejected safely and was transported to Carolina East Medical Center in New Bern, North Carolina, where he was released, same day, with no injuries.

    The aircraft is currently cordoned off and an emergency reclamation team is onsite and beginning aircraft recovery operations.

    The Marines of Marine Attack Squadron 542 are working closely with the Marines of Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting, Explosive Ordnance Disposal and both military and local authorities. The scene has been deemed safe and secure by all parties involved, but recovery personnel are still implementing environmental and personal protective measures.

    According to the Commanding General of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, Major General Karsten Heckl, “I would like to start by thanking the Craven County Sheriff's office and the community for their ongoing support. On days like this, our dedication to duty is reaffirmed and we are reminded how proud we are to call Havelock our home. Thankfully there were no serious injuries. The safety of our Marines and the local community is of the utmost importance to us and we are extremely grateful that everyone who was involved is ok.”

    The cause of the incident is still under investigation. As more information becomes available 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing will ensure its timely release to the public.

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    (Media can contact the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing COMMSTRAT at 252-876-9727 or 2ndmaw.commstrat@usmc.mil for updates.)

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    Date Taken: 05.20.2019
    Date Posted: 05.21.2019 14:07
    Story ID: 323279
    Location: CHERRY BRANCH, NC, US

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