Helicopter crashes in Alabama

A helicopter crash at Fort Novosel Army base in Alabama on Wednesday resulted in the death of flight instructor Daniel Munger, 46, and left a student pilot injured. The AH-64 Apache helicopter was involved in routine flight training when the incident occurred, prompting an investigation by military authorities. Munger, a retired service member, was identified by the Dale County Coroner, while the student pilot was airlifted to a hospital for evaluation. Maj. Gen. Clair A. Gill expressed concern for the student pilot's welfare and the family of the deceased. This incident adds to a troubling trend of military aircraft mishaps in the region, with previous accidents reported in recent months. The Army has implemented a six-month aviation safety initiative following a rise in accident rates, which has raised concerns about pilot training and operational safety.