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Army Halts Helicopter Training After Flight Diversion Chaos

5/6/2025

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The Army has halted helicopter training near the Pentagon following the diversion of two commercial flights caused by a Black Hawk's approach. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy expressed frustration over the confusion regarding VIPs on board, while Army officials reassured that it was merely a routine training flight with no dignitaries present.

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The Army has halted helicopter training near the Pentagon following the diversion of two commercial flights caused by a Black Hawk's approach. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy expressed frustration over the confusion regarding VIPs on board, while Army officials reassured that it was merely a routine training flight with no dignitaries present.