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Mon, Apr 05, 2010

US Navy Ends Search For Missing E-2C Crewman

Navy Suffers Heart-Breaking Loss

After an extensive search by military units, the Navy suspended search and rescue efforts at 6 p.m. (Zulu +4) on April 2 for the fourth crew member from the E-2C that crashed March 31. The missing pilot has been declared deceased. Lt. Steven Zilberman, 31, was born in Ukraine and considered Columbus, Ohio his hometown. He served in the Navy for nearly eight years.

"This is a heart-wrenching loss for the Zilberman family and the Bluetail family" said Cmdr. Joseph F. Finn, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121’s commanding officer. "It is our exceptional people that are the strength of our community and our Navy. Steven was one such individual. He bravely and willingly accepted the risks of an inherently dangerous job. He was a fine aviator and we are better people for having him in our lives. I extend my deepest sympathy to Steven's family and friends. He will not be forgotten."

The E-2C Hawkeye from VAW 121, the Bluetails, stationed aboard USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) impacted the water approximately five miles from the ship. Several ships and aircraft, including USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, USS Carney, USNS Supply and other U.S. Central Command Navy and Air Force aircraft searched more than 5,300 square miles for the missing aviator.

"Lt. Zilberman was an exceptional Naval Officer and pilot who embodied the best of what America represents,” said Capt. Roy Kelley, commander, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7. “We are deeply saddened by this tremendous loss of a fellow aviator and Shipmate. He will be truly missed, and our heart goes out to the Zilberman family during this very difficult time. "

Three of the four crewmembers were recovered shortly after the crash and are in good condition without significant injuries.

The E-2C was returning from conducting operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) when the aircraft experienced mechanical malfunctions and the crew performed a controlled bailout. VAW 121 is homeported in Norfolk, Va. and is part CVW 7 assigned to the USS Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (CSG).

The cause of the accident is under investigation.

FMI: www.navy.mil

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