A U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter from Fort Campbell, Kentucky, made an unplanned landing in a wooded area of the Colorado foothills on August 25, 2026. The incident occurred to the north of Golden Gate Canyon State Park, west of Denver.
According to the Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office, there were four individuals on board at the time of the landing, and initial reports suggest that no one was injured. Two Army officials confirmed to CBS News that there were no injuries reported.
Details of the Incident
The Army has classified the event as an «aviation mishap» that took place during a routine training operation. The helicopter is part of the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, which operates out of Fort Campbell.
An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident is currently underway. The Army released a statement addressing the situation, emphasizing their commitment to safety during training operations:
«The 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) is aware of an August 25, 2026, aviation mishap during routine training operations near Denver, Colorado. The command takes all training incidents and the safety of our personnel seriously. Because this is currently the subject of an active safety investigation, we cannot provide additional comment or information at this time. Questions regarding the matter should be directed to the U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command Public Affairs Office.»
Next Steps
As the investigation progresses, further details may emerge regarding the factors that led to the helicopter’s emergency landing. The Army has urged the public and media to direct inquiries to their Public Affairs Office as they work to gather more information.
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