Military Training Flight Turns Tragic
Two Soldiers Killed in Alabama Black Hawk Crash
Tragic Morning
A routine training mission turned fatal when a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter crashed near Huntsville,
Alabama, shortly after sunrise, killing two U.S. Army National Guard soldiers.
Witnesses reported a loud boom and rising smoke from a nearby wooded area.
Investigation Underway
Officials confirmed that weather was not a factor,
shifting the focus to possible mechanical or maintenance issues.
Army Aviation and federal authorities are jointly investigating the crash site, which has been secured.
Community Reaction
Local residents expressed sorrow and disbelief.
“We see them fly overhead all the time—it’s part of life here.
You never expect something like this to happen,” one witness said.
A Somber Reminder
A National Guard spokesperson offered condolences, noting,
“Training is essential for readiness—but it is never without risk.”
The tragedy highlights the constant dangers service members face, even far from combat.
