Soldier who died in copter crash based in Georgia

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By Kathy Adams
The Virginian-Pilot
© October 24, 2009

The soldier who died in a helicopter crash off the coast of Virginia Beach on Thursday night was assigned to Hunter Army Airfield, Ga., according to an Associated Press report. His name had not been released as of Saturday night but was scheduled to be once 24 hours had passed since his next-of-kin were notified.

Three of the eight soldiers injured in the crash also were assigned to Hunter Army Airfield, officials said. None has life-threatening injuries, but three remained hospitalized at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital on Saturday, said Navy Chief Lisa Clark.

The injuries occurred when an Army Black Hawk helicopter crashed into the deck of a Navy supply ship during a training exercise.

Officials are investigating the cause of the crash.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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Well said tdwtrgal!!!

Submitted by Cartman on Sun, 10/25/2009 at 9:18 am.

I echo the great comments made! A big Thank You to all those who serve to protect the greatest country in the World!!!

Condolences to Family

Submitted by tdwtrgal on Sun, 10/25/2009 at 1:22 am.

My heartfealt condolences go out to the family of this soldier - His death has to hurt them more than we can imagine. And, it could have been me or you hearing that painful news - most of us have family or friends in the military (I do). I hope we don't get a lot of "jet noise" comment here. Let's show the soldier's family in Georgia that we Tidewater people respect the soldiers and what they and their families are going through, okay? You don't have to love the war, but please, please love the soldiers.