Seoul: The Army announced on Tuesday its decision to recognize two soldiers who died in a military helicopter crash as having been killed in the line of duty. The Army plans to hold a funeral for the soldiers, marking their sacrifice.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the tragic accident occurred on Monday when an AH-1S Cobra helicopter carrying two Army warrant officers crashed in Gapyeong, approximately 55 kilometers northeast of Seoul, during a flight training exercise. The Army expressed its condolences to the bereaved family and honored the soldiers' devotion to their duties.
A funeral ceremony for the two warrant officers, who were in their 30s and 50s, is scheduled for Thursday at a military hospital. The ceremony will be presided over by the Army chief of staff, acknowledging the soldiers' commitment and service.
In response to the crash, the Army has grounded all AH-1S helicopters and initiated an investigative committee to determine the cause of the accident, aiming to prevent future incidents.