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Marine in helicopter unit dies in ‘routine’ operations in California
The Marine was part of Marine Light Attack Helicopter Training Squadron 303, which trains pilots to fly the AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom helicopters.
5 Marines confirmed dead in California helicopter crash
3rd Marine Aircraft Wing’s news release didn’t identify the five Marines, citing the military’s policy of waiting 24 hours after notifying next of kin.
Corps is searching for 5 Marines after helicopter found in California
A search-and-rescue team discovered the aircraft in San Diego Country at 9:08 a.m. local time Wednesday.
Helicopter with 5 Marines aboard goes missing over California
The Marines from Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361 were flying a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter from southern Nevada to San Diego.
Pentagon IDs possible cause of Nov. 29 Osprey crash that killed 8
The Pentagon’s Joint Safety Council is now working with the Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps on their plans to get Osprey crews ready to fly again.
By Tara Copp, AP
Air Force ends effort to recover final member of downed Osprey’s crew
Maj. Eric "Doc" Spendlove's body remains missing.
Federal watchdog to investigate Osprey’s safety record after crash
Lawmakers asked the Government Accountability Office to look into the fleet's history in December.
Ospreys had history of safety issues long before they were grounded
More than 50 troops have died in Osprey accidents since the early 1990s.
By Tara Copp, AP
Air Force recovers bodies of 6 airmen killed in Osprey crash in Japan
The search continues for the remains of two more missing airmen.
By Tara Copp, AP