C-17 Crashes at Elmendorf

Wed, July 28, 2010
Posted in Alaska News, Top Stories

An Air Force C-17 cargo plane carrying four crew members crashed at Elmendorf Air Force Base Wednesday evening, according to the Air Force. The crash occurred about 6:14 p.m. after the plane had taken off.

The condition of the crew was not known at 11:00 p.m.

First responders were on the scene of the crash.

The Air Force said the plane was assigned to the 3rd Wing at Elmendorf Air Force Base and was training for this weekend’s upcoming air show when it crashed.

Comments

Justchillininatown

As a veteran it breaks my heart when we lose airman. I have seen many die in crashes as an aircraft mechanic. God bless their families as they have a long road ahead. May God's grace be with them.
LADYRUST123

MY HEART AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILIES, FRIENDS, AND OTHER MILITARY PERSONNEL. I APPRECIATE ALL THAT THE MILITARY AND THEIR FAMILIES DO FOR OUR COUNTRY. ROSALIE
Wasilladan

i hope everyone is okay
Walrus

A sad day for anchorage and all our neighbors and friends with the military
Mjlamb423

This is a tragedy and my sorrows go out to the families. Thanks for doing your part to make this air show a good one. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless