One dead, several missing as Japanese navy helicopters 'likely' collide and crash in Pacific Ocean

The cause of the crash was not immediately known, but officials believe the two helicopters 'highly likely' collided with each other before crashing.

navy helicopters carrying eight crew members have crashed in the Pacific Ocean, leaving one dead and seven missing.

The two SH-60K choppers from the Maritime Self-Defense Force were carrying four crew each and lost contact late on Saturday near Torishima island, Defence Minister Minoru Kihara told reporters. The navy chief of staff, Adm. Ryo Sakai, said the trainings will be suspended until the accident's cause is determined and preventive measures are adopted.

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