Army Resumes Apache Helicopter Training in Texas Following Fatal Crash
The U.S. Army has resumed Apache helicopter training missions in Texas after a temporary halt following a crash that resulted in the deaths of two soldiers. The cause of the Aug. 12 crash near Fort Hood is still under investigation.
Fort Myers Naples, FL, August 19, 2026 —
The U.S. Army has resumed Apache helicopter training operations in Texas. The training was temporarily suspended following an incident that led to the deaths of two soldiers. The specific date for the resumption of training was not provided in the available information.
The halt in training followed a crash that occurred on August 12. The incident involved an Apache helicopter near Fort Hood, Texas. Tragically, the crash resulted in the fatalities of two U.S. Army soldiers. The identities of the soldiers have not been released.
The cause of the Aug. 12 crash remains under investigation. Details regarding the findings of the investigation are pending. The Army has not released further information about the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Apache helicopters are a key component of the Army’s attack aviation fleet, utilized for a variety of combat and training missions. Resuming training is a necessary step for maintaining pilot proficiency and operational readiness, while the investigation into the crash continues.
Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
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