Marines request safety review after fatal Osprey crash in Australia.
The acting Marine Corps commandant orders safety review after deadly Osprey crash
The acting Marine Corps commandant has directed all units to review safety procedures following a tragic MV-22B Osprey crash in Australia over the weekend. The incident, which occurred on Melville Island, resulted in the loss of three Marines’ lives and left 20 others injured, with three requiring hospitalization. The crash is currently under investigation.
Service-wide review
Gen. Eric Smith, the acting Commandant and current assistant Commandant, has issued an order for a service-wide review to be completed by Sept. 15. In an administrative message, he emphasized the importance of conducting a thorough examination of processes after any training mishap to ensure the preservation of a strong culture of safety. Smith expressed his primary concern for the families affected by the loss and acknowledged that no amount of support can fully compensate for their grief. However, he believes that taking every possible measure to prevent future mishaps may offer some comfort to the families.
Accountability and commitment
Smith emphasized his accountability to all Marine families and national leaders for the safety of Marines. He called on every Marine to be accountable to him for the safe conduct of training and operations. Highlighting the shared mission, Smith ordered a unit-level review of the culture of safety to be completed by September 15, 2023.
Ongoing investigations
While the Marines have been aware of a persistent issue with the Osprey’s clutch, it is too early to determine if the malfunctioning clutch played a role in Sunday’s crash. Deputy Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh stated that the Osprey is still trusted, but investigations will lead to adjustments if necessary. Singh cautioned against linking this incident with previous ones until a proper conclusion is reached.
Names of the fallen Marines:
- Corporal Spencer R. Collart, 21
- Captain Elanor V. LeBeau, 29
- Major Tobin J. Lewis, 37
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