Broadcasting of an emergency code by an American plane off the coast of Oman.
A CMV-22B Aspery aircraft belonging to the US Navy, while flying over the water near the coast of Oman, sent the emergency code 7,700.
This aircraft, with identification number 169463 and flight identifier "STAMPEDE11", is assigned to the US Navy's Multipurpose Logistics Squadron "VRM-40".
Transmitting emergency code 7700 means there is an emergency situation requiring a landing.
This aircraft belongs to the Asprey family used to transfer troops, cargo and essential equipment between shore bases and aircraft carriers.