Fort Campbell–A soldier died during helicopter training at Fort Campbell on Wednesday evening.
The only two servicemembers on board were the victim and a second soldier, according to the 101st Airborne Division Office of Public Affairs. The second soldier is reportedly in stable condition after being transported to Blanchfield Army Community Hospital.
The names of both have not been released.
Montgomery County Mayor Wes Golden issued a statement:
“Our community is heartbroken by the loss of one of our soldiers in yesterday’s devastating helicopter crash at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. We grieve the fallen soldier and stand with their family, who now carries the immeasurable weight of this tragedy.
When Fort Campbell service members are affected, all of Montgomery County feels it—we are one united community. The brave men and women of Fort Campbell and their families are the heart of Montgomery County. They strengthen our community and are more than service members; they are our friends, neighbors, and colleagues.
Montgomery County stands in full support of the families and soldiers of the 101st Airborne Division, and we are praying for them. In the wake of this tragedy, I am reminded just how important it is to tell all of the people in our lives how much we love them—every day.”
– Montgomery County Mayor Wes Golden