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Cobra Crash Points to Engine Failure | South Korea News
The Army’s investigation into a February helicopter crash reveals a catastrophic engine failure—not pilot error or weather—caused by a misaligned cylinder that sent the drive shaft spinning wildly, triggering a meltdown and shutdown. The crash killed two warrant officers during training, prompting urgent reviews of aging AH-1S Cobras and accelerating plans to replace them with the LAH-1 Miron. Safety protocols are also being tightened, with oversight moving to Army HQ and enhanced airfield inspections for both helicopters and drones. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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