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Four Soldiers Killed in Helicopter Training Crash

9/24/2025

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Vice President JD Vance offered condolences for Army Chief Warrant Officer Andrew Kraus, son of Mission BBQ co-founder Bill Kraus, after a helicopter crash during flight training on September 17.
The crash killed four soldiers: Andrew Kraus, Andrew Cully, Donavon Scott, and Jadalyn Good.
Col. Stephen Smith described the soldiers as "exceptional warriors" and noted their dedication.

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Vice President JD Vance offered condolences for Army Chief Warrant Officer Andrew Kraus, son of Mission BBQ co-founder Bill Kraus, after a helicopter crash during flight training on September 17.
The crash killed four soldiers: Andrew Kraus, Andrew Cully, Donavon Scott, and Jadalyn Good.
Col. Stephen Smith described the soldiers as "exceptional warriors" and noted their dedication.