A search and rescue effort is under way off the coast of Virginia for a downed CH-53E helicopter, the US Navy has said.
The US Coast Guard says five were aboard when the helicopter crashed about 18 miles east of Virginia Beach.
Petty Officer David Weydert said the helicopter was reported down about 11am local time.
He said there was no immediate word on any casualties.
Two Coast Guard vessels have responded to the crash site.
The CH-53E is primarily used by the Navy to transport heavy equipment and supplies for amphibious assault missions.
The crash is the second US military helicopter accident in as many days.
Four crew members were killed when their Pave Hawk helicopter crashed in Norfolk, England, during a training mission on Tuesday.
The helicopter was taking part in a low-flying exercise when it came down in Cley Next the Sea.
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