Tragic Crash: Four Crew Members Confirmed Dead in US Military Aircraft Incident
In a heartbreaking incident, four crew members of a US military KC-135 refueling aircraft have been confirmed dead following a crash in western Iraq. The US military's Central Command has stated that rescue efforts are ongoing, and an investigation is underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash. Notably, the loss of the aircraft was not attributed to hostile or friendly fire. This tragic event highlights the risks faced by military personnel during operations. Read on for more details about this unfortunate incident.
Mar 13, 2026, 15:56 IST
US Military Aircraft Crash in Iraq
Dubai: The American military has reported that four out of the six crew members on a KC-135 refueling aircraft that crashed in western Iraq have been confirmed dead.
This information was disclosed by the US military's Central Command in an official statement.
The statement indicated, "Four of the six crew members aboard the aircraft have been confirmed deceased as rescue operations are ongoing." It further noted, "The investigation into the incident is underway. However, it has been established that the aircraft's loss was not a result of hostile or friendly fire."