Multiple casualties are being reported after two Army HH-60 Black Hawk helicopters crashed on Wednesday night in Kentucky during routine training exercises.
The crash took place in Trigg County, near Fort Campbell.
“The crewmembers were flying two HH60 Blackhawk helicopters during a routine training mission when the incident occurred. The status of the crew members is unknown at this time,” the 101st Airborne Division announced in a statement. “The command is currently focused on caring for the servicemembers and their families.”
Kentucky lawmakers reacted on Twitter.
“I am devastated to learn about the Army helicopter accident over Kentucky involving our brave 101st Airborne. My team is in contact with the Army and authorities on the ground. Please pray for our service members and their families as we learn more,” Senator Mitch McConnell said.
I am devastated to learn about the Army helicopter accident over Kentucky involving our brave 101st Airborne. My team is in contact with the Army and authorities on the ground. Please pray for our servicemembers and their families as we learn more.
— Leader McConnell (@LeaderMcConnell) March 30, 2023
“We’ve got some tough news out of Fort Campbell, with early reports of a helicopter crash and fatalities are expected. @kystatepolice, @KentuckyEM and local officials are responding. We will share more information as available. Please pray for all those affected,” Gov. Andy Beshear tweeted.
We’ve got some tough news out of Fort Campbell, with early reports of a helicopter crash and fatalities are expected. @kystatepolice, @KentuckyEM and local officials are responding. We will share more information as available. Please pray for all those affected.
— Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) March 30, 2023
Beshear later provided a follow-up tweet with additional information.
More information on the crash involving two 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) helicopters in Trigg County will be shared this morning during a press conference at Fort Campbell. Watch live at 10 a.m. EDT/9 a.m. CDT via https://t.co/wQAUe2XSO4.
— Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) March 30, 2023
More over at Fox News:
BREAKING NEWS: Multiple fatalities expected after two Blackhawk helicopters crash near Fort Campbell https://t.co/J0d43saECP
— Fox News (@FoxNews) March 30, 2023