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Six Airmen Identified Following Fatal Iraq Plane Crash

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The Pentagon has confirmed the identities of six airmen who tragically lost their lives in a plane crash in western Iraq on Thursday. The victims include Maj. John A. Klinner, Capt. Ariana G. Savino, Tech. Sgt. Ashley B. Pruitt, Capt. Seth R. Koval, Capt. Curtis J. Angst, and Tech. Sgt. Tyler H. Simmons, ranging in age from 28 to 38. The aircraft, a KC-135 Stratotanker, was on a refueling mission when it crashed, and officials have stated that the incident was not caused by hostile or friendly fire. An investigation into the crash is currently underway, and further updates are expected.

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