Two Soldiers Lost in Fort Hood Helicopter Crash | Texas News

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 14, 2026 · 1m

Two Army aviators, Chief Warrant Officer Deontre Huey and Warrant Officer Seth Olmstead, lost their lives in a tragic helicopter crash near Salado during a maintenance test flight. Both were dedicated service members—Huey, 34, had served since 2022; Olmstead, 25, joined in 2023. Their unit, Bravo Company, 227th Aviation Regiment, mourns their loss as the Army reaffirms its commitment to supporting grieving families and fellow soldiers. A U.S. Army safety investigation team has arrived to determine the cause, while Fort Hood and local authorities continue their response. The Army stands united…