Possible field of vision from the helicopter seatPilot perspectives at night differ greatly compared to outsiders, complicating crash analysis.
5 killed in Catalina plane crash waited for battery to recharge before nighttime takeoff, report saysThe crash was preceded by a delay due to a dead battery, leading to an illegal night takeoff under dangerous conditions that contributed to the incident.
In tropical jungles, US Army soldiers are training to own the night in a Pacific warUS Army soldiers are training for nighttime operations in the Pacific jungle to improve their air assault capabilities through advanced technology and skill development.