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U.S. Army Resumes Apache Training After Texas Crash Kills Two Pilots

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The U.S. Army will resume AH-64 Apache training missions after pausing operations following a fatal crash in Texas that killed two soldiers during a training exercise. The decision follows earlier aviation stand-downs after multiple Army helicopter accidents, including 12 soldier deaths in Alaska and Kentucky.

Discovered 2026-08-19T16:20:10.640985-07:00 | 2026-08-19T16:20:10.640985-07:00

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  • The Army’s decision to resume Apache training establishes the immediate operational response after a fatal training accident that killed two pilots.
  • The pause-and-resumption cycle underscores how serious military aviation accidents can temporarily affect training capacity and readiness.
  • The article notes that previous crashes prompted broader Army-wide grounding and additional training, highlighting the role of safety reviews in restoring flight operations.

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