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Army suspends Apache helicopter training after deadly Fort Hood crash
Summary by Waco Editorial Desk Billy Banks , as published by KXXV
· August 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Army has expressed condolences to the families of the soldiers who died and thanked first responders for their efforts.
A deadly helicopter crash near Fort Hood has prompted the US Army to suspend AH64 Apache training flights nationwide. The crash occurred during a maintenance test flight and resulted in the deaths of two soldiers. The incident also sparked a wildfire that required a significant response from firefighters to contain.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing, with officials working to determine the cause of the accident. Further details about the incident and the investigation are available from the US Army and local news sources, including KXXV. The Army has expressed condolences to the families of the soldiers who died and thanked first responders for their efforts.
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Category: safety Published: August 14, 2026 Source: KXXV Reading time: 1 min
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