Military Helicopter Catches Fire, Makes Emergency Landing at Camp Pendleton

All four crew members safely evacuated after a CH-53E Super Stallion engine fire forced an emergency landing near Interstate 5.

A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter's engine caught fire midflight on Friday afternoon, prompting an emergency landing at Camp Pendleton in San Diego County.
All four crew members aboard the helicopter safely exited without injuries, according to Marine Corps officials.
The helicopter landed near Interstate 5, close to the Aliso Creek Rest Area, causing visible smoke and flames and prompting traffic delays in the area.
Emergency responders quickly extinguished the fire after the landing, while California Highway Patrol advised drivers to exercise caution and expect delays along the freeway.
The incident remains under investigation, with no additional details released at this time by Camp Pendleton or Marine Corps authorities.