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National Guard helicopter crash near Utah ski resort caused by pilot error
Whiteout conditions caused a Blackhawk helicopter pilot to lose sight of where he was trying to land, the Utah Army National Guard said Thursday.
Like mother, like son: Deployed soldier’s mom joins him in Afghanistan
A veteran herself, Kim decided to pursue the Afghanistan opportunity upon learning her son would be going back.
By Jon Simkins
Remains of World War II flyer coming home for Nebraska burial
A military agency says the correct remains of a Gage County man who died when his aircraft was shot down during World War II are being returned home for burial.
New device could make riding on a Black Hawk more comfortable — and save lives
A new tether device made by the climbing gear company Petzl is a small piece of equipment that changes helicopter rides in a big way.
By Todd South
This piece of gear conquers a problem that’s always plagued helicopter pilots
Researchers at the Army's Communications, Electronics Research and Development Command have built a camera that sees through dust, helping pilots better guide and land in desert environments.
By Todd South
Congress passes $1.3 trillion budget measure, finally resolving FY18 budget fights
The budget contains $700 billion for defense spending for fiscal 2018, plus another $185.4 billion for the Department of Veterans Affairs.
New documentary ‘Trauma’ depicts experiences of Afghan war medics
The iTunes best-selling documentary "Trauma" shows candid footage of six war medics and their real-life struggles on base and in civilian life.
By Nicole Bauke