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Army suspends Apache helicopter training after deadly Fort Hood crash
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Billy Banks , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· August 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the incident and the investigation are available from KXXV News, including information about the soldiers who lost their lives and the Army's response to the tragedy.
A deadly helicopter crash near Fort Hood has led to the suspension of AH64 Apache training flights by the US Army. 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 KXXV News, including information about the soldiers who lost their lives and the Army's response to the tragedy.
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Category: safety Published: August 14, 2026 Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News Reading time: 1 min
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