“Authorities have released the names of the nine military personnel killed in a March helicopter crash in Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
“The names were released Friday, a day after the crash, by the 101st Airborne Division. Army officials had held off on identifying the soldiers who had been killed in the immediate aftermath of the incident to allow for more time to contact their families.
“The nine victims, all members of the 101st Airborne Division, were aboard two HH-60 Black Hawk helicopters that crashed during what the Army called a “routine training mission” late Wednesday night. They were taking part in a “multi-ship” exercise using night vision goggles, Brig. Gen. John Lubas said at a press conference following the crash.
“”This is truly a tragic loss for our families, our division, and Fort Campbell,” he added.”
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