Did anyone survive Super 61 crash?

Staff Sergeant Daniel Busch and Sergeant Jim Smith, both Delta snipers, survived the crash and began defending the site ( 02°03′08.1″N 45°19′35.2″E). An MH-6, Star 41, piloted by CW3 Karl Maier and CW5 Keith Jones, landed nearby. The CSAR team found both the pilots dead and two wounded inside the crashed helicopter.

What happened to Todd Blackburn?

Todd was medically retired, and went on to work in his home town PD of Pensacola, where we worked numerous divisions, including K9, Narcotics, Patrol, and as an SRO. He recently resigned from the Sherrif’s Office of Santa Rosa County Florida, to focus on his personal life, and helping other veterans.

Is Black Hawk Down a true story?

The film and book (of the same title) are based on an actual event which happened Oct. 3, 1993 called the Battle of Mogadishu. That interview, with reporter Mark Bowden from the Philadelphia Inquirer, became the book and then the movie Black Hawk Down,” he says.

Was Operation Gothic Serpent a success?

The mission ultimately culminated in what became known as the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu. The battle was a disaster for coalition troops and resulted in a major strategic victory for Somali National Alliance forces, with American, Malaysian and Pakistani forces suffering heavy losses.

What happened to the crew of Super 64?

Field were severely wounded on Oct. 3, 1993, when their “Super 64” Black Hawk helicopter was shot down over Mogadishu, Somalia. They died in a firefight between the four-man crew and a crowd of Somalis that surrounded the broken aircraft. Co-pilot Ray Frank also died.

Does Blackburn live in Black Hawk Down?

Blackburn survived only because he was quickly evacuated in a convoy of three Humvees. The vehicles came under such intense fire getting back to their base that the medic treating Blackburn held an IV bag in one hand while he fired his rifle with the other.

How many guys died in Black Hawk Down?

On Oct. 3, 1994, two MH-60 Black Hawk helicopters were shot down by armed militants, which led to the attack of ground forces attempting to recover the downed personnel and the deaths of 18 American soldiers.

Where is Hussein Farrah Aidid now?

He served in Somalia as an interpreter during Operation Restore Hope, having been chosen because he was the only United States Marine who spoke Somali. Following his discharge, he remained in the United States and became a naturalized citizen.

What happened in the real Black Hawk Down?

Two Black Hawk helicopters were shot down during the Oct. 3, 1993, raid depicted in the film, killing some on board, as well as some who came to their aid, and dealing a blow to the American psyche when the image of a dead U.S. soldier dragged through the streets went public.

Where was the plane crash that killed Buddy Holly?

Buddy’s lensless… The wreckage of the plane crash that killed rock stars Buddy Holly , Ritchie Valens , and The Big Bopper On February 3, 1959 outside of Clearlake,… Clear Lake, Iowa: The body of one of the three nationally-famous rock ‘n’ roll singers killed in the crash of a single engine bonanza near here Feb….

Who was on Black Hawk Super 68 search and rescue team?

A Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) team in Black Hawk Super 68, led by Air Force Pararescueman TSgt Scott Fales, fast-roped down to Super 61’s crash site and immediately set up a triage for the wounded crew chiefs.

Who was the pilot of Super 68 in Mogadishu?

Super 68’s pilot was Jollota (now CW5), who was able to allow the team to reach the ground despite being hit by an RPG during insertion. “An RPG has a very unique sound,” Jollota said. “There was no doubt in my mind I had been hit by something pretty heavy.

When was the 50th anniversary of Buddy Holly’s death?

Historical marker for musician Buddy Holly at the City of Lubbock Cemetery on November 8, 2008 in Lubbock, Texas. Februray 3, 2009 will be the 50th…