The U.S. Navy announced on July 5 that it has suspended the search for a sailor who went missing following the crash of an MH-60S Seahawk helicopter in the Arabian Sea. The incident occurred on July 1, prompting an extensive search-and-rescue operation conducted by both Navy and Air Force units.

The search lasted more than 102 hours and spanned an area of approximately 14,000 square miles, according to the Navy’s 5th Fleet. Despite the broad search effort, the missing sailor was not located.

The sailor belonged to a squadron aboard the USS George H.W. Bush aircraft carrier. The Navy has not released the individual’s name, citing policy to withhold identification until at least 24 hours after notifying the next of kin.

In the initial incident, three other personnel were injured when the helicopter performed an emergency landing. Details regarding the cause of the crash have not been disclosed.

The suspension of the search marks a difficult pause in recovery efforts, underscoring the challenges involved in maritime search operations in this region. The Navy continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the helicopter’s emergency landing.