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2 Killed in Cobra Helicopter Crash at Camp Pendleton
- Posted on September 19, 2011 at 6:22pm by
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CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. (The Blaze/AP) — The Marine Corps says two crew members have been killed in a helicopter crash in a training area at Camp Pendleton in Southern California.
A Marine statement says an AH-1 Cobra belonging to the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing went down at about 1 p.m. Monday.
The statement says the two personnel aboard were pronounced dead by emergency responders.
A fire is burning at the site in the southeast corner of the base, near the community of Fallbrook, and firefighters are working to contain it.
This is a breaking story. Please check back for updates.
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teslawasrobd
Posted on September 20, 2011 at 10:43pmOur prayers go up to our Lord for his comfort and hope to the families and friends of the fallen Marines. Semper Fi! I know you will stand your post well brothers!
Report Post »Gunnerdad
Posted on September 20, 2011 at 9:42pmGod Bless America and ALL Who Defend Her! Pray for both the Familys that have to deal with the loss of their loved ones.
Report Post »rabblechat
Posted on September 20, 2011 at 9:22amI feel a loss every time I hear of a fellow Marines dying.
Report Post »Semper Fidelis Brothers.
MUDFLAPS
Posted on September 20, 2011 at 9:13amI used to watch them rain hell down on the VC in VietNam. It was a beautiful thing. Sorry for the loss. It would be nice to see them doing the same thing in arab land there instead of just sitting on the deck at air shows. thanks there king ovamit.
Report Post »ISI
Posted on September 20, 2011 at 2:22amMy son is stationed at Camp Pendleton. God bless all our troops.
Report Post »ednapearl
Posted on September 20, 2011 at 2:02amBreaks my heart to hear this, we just laid to rest five of our Chinook members last month and the Seals with them. May God be with the Marine’s families. Semper Fi and RIP
Report Post »ChiefGeorge
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 11:30pmGod rest their souls within your care.
Report Post »PeachyinGA
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 9:30pmGod comfort the families and friends of these brave Marines.
Report Post »orion1958
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 8:33pmMay God comfort the family members lose to fallen gun crew members and the good comfort food to soldiers for want to protect their country and family.
Report Post »RightPolitically
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 8:29pmServing our county is dangerous. Thank all who do. God bless their souls.
Report Post »SDmom
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 7:57pmGod Bless their souls, and wrap His arms around the families and comfort them.
Report Post »jeffyfreezone
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 7:43pmThe loss of ANY Marine is a tragedy, God bless their souls…
Report Post »neverending
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 7:39pmThoughts and prayers go out to them, their families and all their fellow Marines. Seems like we have way too many of these accidents? at the different bases and with the military in places other then the war zones. Maybe it is just my imagination but seems like a lot. My heart breaks for our amazing heroes.
Report Post »antiencenom
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 7:37pmI‘m not so sure lover but we’ll hope for the best
Report Post »Liberals R Douche Bags
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 7:27pmR.I.P fellow vets
Report Post »Laus Deo
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 7:50pmI was wondering where all of the smoke was coming from as I drove home today.. Pendleton was my home for +5yrs. God bless their families.
Report Post »COFemale
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 7:23pmGod rest their souls. The marines just lost two brave members.
Report Post »Bravestarr
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 7:00pmSo very sad. Thank you Marines for all that you do for us!
Report Post »Col. HawK
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 6:49pmGreetings, been a long time, but have to comment to this. First, my condolences to all, affected by this accident.
More details required, was it a ‘twin’ blade cobra? They are tough to control especially in adverse windy weather. The quad blade is way more stable, but not 100% like the Longbow…… A sad day.
Comfort – Cherish.
Report Post »Atlas Watching
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 7:19pmlive near base and calm weather
Report Post »pschlentz
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 11:39pmYes, it was a beautiful day in San Diego North County….. God Bless these men and who fight for our Country!!
Report Post »Joshuadfurlong
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 6:39pmI worked with the 3rd MAW in Iraq during one of their tours. They represent some of the best and brightest of not only the USMC but America. My heart goes out to the men and their brothers in arms and to their friends and family. Semper Fi Devil Dogs.
Report Post »RepubliCorp
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 6:45pmThat is number 3…….
Report Post »JediPatriot
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 6:38pmRest in Peace, brothers. Why are so many aircraft falling out of the skies recently?
Report Post »Peace
antiencenom
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 6:34pmOh my god ,when I read the headline I thought for sure one of the dead was Sgt. Meyers .
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shirelover
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 7:32pmlove the “name”, agree with you 100%, was afraid at first that it was Dakota, but he’s a civilian now, not to worry
Report Post »YepImaConservative
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 7:50pmNot to be picky nor anal… but it ‘Medal’ of Honor.
Report Post »antiencenom
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 8:14pmOOOPS you are correct my friend
Report Post »antiencenom
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 8:18pmThat was my best John mcCAINE hee hee hee
Report Post »readyfornov
Posted on September 19, 2011 at 9:23pmWhy hasn’t there been an investigation of Seal Team 6 members killed in the Chinook? Maybe someday, something will come to light. It usually does…
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