"Identification of 5 Marines Killed in California Helicopter Crash"

The U.S. Marine Corps identified the five Marines who died in a helicopter crash during a routine training mission from Nevada to California as Lance Cpl. Donovan Davis, Sgt. Alec Langen, Capt. Benjamin Moulton, Capt. Jack Casey, and Capt. Miguel Nava. The cause of the crash, which occurred during a winter storm, is under investigation. The Marines were part of Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361 and were flying a CH-53E Super Stallion, a helicopter that has faced scrutiny for mechanical failures in the past. President Joe Biden and military officials praised the fallen Marines for their service and sacrifice.