Two Black Hawk helicopters were damaged as both attempted to land on a snowy landing zone in Utah. [Photo: @liftermike93 Twitter account]
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Two Utah Army National Guard UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters were damaged during a training landing near Snowbird, with one losing a main rotor blade that struck the second aircraft.
The incident occurred when rotor downwash created a "white-out" cloud of fresh snow, obscuring visibility as the helicopters attempted to land.
Despite the significant damage to both aircraft, no serious injuries were reported among the crews, who were conducting routine winter mountainous training.
An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the accident, with military officials expressing gratitude for the crews' quick reaction and training.
An investigation is underway after two Utah Army National Guard UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters were damaged, with one losing a main rotor blade, as both aircraft attempted to land on a snowy landing zone near Snowbird on Tuesday.
No serious injuries were reported during the incident, military officials said.
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