Apache Training Resumes After Salado, Texas Crash
The US Army resumed Apache helicopter training flights after a fatal crash near Fort Hood, Texas, that killed two service members during a training mission. The August 12 incident near Salado is under investigation by the Combat Readiness Center, with a safety review preceding the decision to lift the pause on training. The two officers killed were Chief Warrant Officer 2 Deontre T. Huey and Warrant Officer Seth L. Olmstead. The Army has previously grounded aviation units after crashes, emphasizing safety procedures and flight operations as it reopens training. Fort Hood, a major base for Army aviation, was the focus of the pause, with officials noting ongoing condolences and the commitment to determine what happened. The service notes that Apache helicopters remain a critical asset, with thousands in use worldwide, as investigations continue and training resumes.
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