Helicopter crashes during special operation in the US, there are casualties

During a special operation of the US Army, a tragic incident occurred, causing great grief in the country. According to NBC News, on the evening of September 17, in Washington state, a military MH-60 Black Hawk helicopter crashed. As a result, four elite servicemen were killed.

Details of the incident

According to the information, the tragedy took place at 9:00 p.m. local time near the Lewis–McChord joint military base. On board were experienced fighters from the 160th Special Aviation Regiment of the US Airborne Forces, performing night missions. While carrying out their duty, they became victims of the crash.

A forest fire occurred

According to the Washington Department of Natural Resources, the crash caused a small forest fire covering 1.25 hectares. However, the fire was quickly brought under control, and not much equipment was needed to extinguish it.

Statement of the army commander

The commander of US special operations, Lieutenant General Jonathan Braga, described the deceased soldiers as “elite warriors embodying the highest values of the army.” He emphasized that their courage and dedication to service will never be forgotten. Rescuers, law enforcement agencies, and base personnel worked together at the crash site.

Previous tragedies

For information, this is the second major air crash in the US Army in recent years. In 2023, during a military training refueling mission in the air over the Eastern Mediterranean, a military helicopter crashed, resulting in the deaths of five special operations servicemen.