Archive · 22 Sep 2025
Army Identifies Soldiers Killed in Washington Helicopter Crash
A military helicopter crashed during a training exercise near Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington state, resulting in the death of four soldiers.
The soldiers were part of the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, known for conducting nighttime missions.
The crash occurred during a routine training mission about 10 miles south of Tacoma.
The cause of the crash is currently being investigated by the Army.
This unit specializes in special operations aviation and has unfortunately experienced previous fatal incidents.
The Army has expressed their condolences and highlighted the soldiers' dedication.
Four soldiers were killed in a helicopter crash near Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington.
The soldiers were part of the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment.
The crash happened during a training mission.
The cause of the crash is under investigation.
The unit specializes in night missions.
- Who
- Four soldiers: Andrew Cully, Andrew Kraus, Donavon Scott, and Jadalyn Good.
- What
- A military helicopter crash during a training mission.
- When
- Wednesday night last week.
- Where
- Near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington.
- Why
- Cause of the crash is under investigation.
- Victims
- Four soldiers
- Crash Location
- Near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington
- Date of Crash
- Wednesday night last week
- Unit Involved
- 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment
- Cause
- Under investigation
- Previous Incident
- 2023: 5 members killed in Eastern Mediterranean