On December 22, 2024, two U.S. Navy pilots ejected from their F/A-18 aircraft after it was mistakenly shot down by the USS Gettysburg in the Red Sea. The incident occurred during U.S. airstrikes on Houthi rebels, amidst tensions following recent conflicts linked to the Israel-Hamas war. Both pilots were rescued, with one sustaining minor injuries. Central Command has initiated an investigation into the friendly fire incident, highlighting the escalating danger in the region due to ongoing Houthi attacks on shipping.