Storm Ravages Helicopters at Fort Carson. Instagram @usawtfm
On the night of August 1, a significant storm hit the Butts Army Heliport at Fort Carson, Colorado, causing damage to several military aircraft.
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According to Army information, the main purpose of the heliport is to support training operations at Fort Carson for all aircraft stationed at the base.
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Several helicopters, including Apaches, Chinooks, and Black Hawks, were damaged during the weather event. A video posted on the popular social media page “usawtfm” showed at least one helicopter tipped over on its side, highlighting the severity of the damage.
The incident was reported to 11 News by several anonymous informants, leading the news outlet to contact Fort Carson around 7 a.m. the next morning to obtain more details about the number of helicopters affected and the extent of the damage. The official response from Fort Carson was as follows:
“At approximately 8 p.m. on August 1, a significant weather event occurred at the Butts Army Heliport. Initial reports indicate that the event caused damage to several aircraft belonging to the 4th Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Infantry Division. This weather event had a significant impact on our fleet. I am grateful there were no injuries,” said Colonel Nicholas Ploetz, commander of the 4th Combat Aviation Brigade. “Our soldiers are resilient and will do whatever it takes to recover our equipment and continue to accomplish our mission.”
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The heliport facilities suffered only minor damage and, so far, there are no reports of environmental impacts. Fort Carson has not provided specific details about the exact number of aircraft affected or the cost of the damage.
A full investigation will be conducted to assess the extent of the damage and determine the next steps for recovery. Authorities appreciate your patience as they work to better understand the impact of this incident.
Sources: U.S. Army, Fort Carson, usawtfm. Photo and video: Instagram @usawtfm. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
