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Severe non-combat military aviation ‘mishaps’ up from 2025, data shows

A 2024 military helicopter crash in Texas killed three crew members and left Jake Pratt severely injured. The accident, attributed to loss of tail rotor effectiveness, highlighted inadequate training for such emergencies. Data indicates an increase in severe non-combat military aviation mishaps starting in 2025.

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