And by the way, you’re also supposed to fly the aircraft, which is why most military aircraft are crewed by a minimum of two pilots.” The training for U.S. military helicopter pilots is ...

Col. Darin Gaub, who flew Black Hawk helicopters for 22 years. “You’re using everything. And by the way, you’re also supposed to fly the aircraft, which is why most military aircraft are crewed by a ...

We love you.” The Black Hawk’s co-pilot is yet to be named. Ryan O’Hara was a husband, father, and crew chief on board the Black Hawk. Helicopter crew chiefs are responsible for the ...

Jo Ellis, a Virginia Army National Guard helicopter pilot, was misidentified as the captain of the downed Black Hawk. Following the huge uproar on social media, Ellis, who is transgender ...