Cpl. Matthew R. Drown served as a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter crew chief with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 463, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing stationed on Marine Corps Base Hawaii. Corporal Drown, 23, from Spring, Texas, joined the Marine Corps March 2, 2011.
Corporal Drown’s decorations include the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal and the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.
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Cpl. Matthew R. Drown of Spring, Texas, graduated from high school in 2011 and immediately enlisted in the Marines. He rose to the rank of corporal and was due to get out in November, his sister-in-law said he was planning to re-enlist.
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HONOLULU — Officials Tuesday suspended the massive search for 12 Marines who were aboard two helicopters that crashed off Hawaii last week.
The around-the-clock effort failed to locate any sign of the 12 service members despite five days of searching by several agencies.
Officials said at a late afternoon news conference that the Marine Corps was transitioning to "recovery and salvage efforts" and a memorial was planned for Friday at Marine Corps Base Hawaii.
The search began late Thursday when a civilian on a beach reported seeing the helicopters flying and then a fireball.
The Marines were alerted when the CH-53E helicopters carrying six crew members each failed to return to their base at Kaneohe Bay following a nighttime training mission. Hours later, a Coast Guard helicopter and C-130 airplane spotted debris 2 1/2 miles off of Oahu.
The crash was near the north shore, but the search area spanned from the western coast of Oahu to the northeast corner of the island.
The transport helicopters were part of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. Known as Super Stallions, they are the U.S. military's largest helicopter, capable of carrying a light armored vehicle, 16 tons of cargo or a team of combat-equipped Marines, according to a Marine Corps website.
The Coast Guard initially reported that the choppers had collided, but the Marines said later it wasn't yet known if there was a collision. The cause remains under investigation.
All four life rafts from the helicopters were later found empty. There was no indication anyone had been on any of the rafts, based on their condition and the lack of any personal effects, the Coast Guard said.
High surf complicated the mission for rescuers during the initial days of the search. A green laser near Haleiwa Beach Park struck a Coast Guard plane Saturday night, forcing crew members to alter search patterns.
Authorities searched for survivors around the clock. The Coast Guard assumes the best-case scenario when considering how long someone in the right equipment and right conditions could survive, Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Sara Mooers has said.
"We err on the side of caution because the last thing that anybody wants is to suspend the search when there's still a possibility of finding somebody," she said Monday.
Aircrews wear personal flotation devices with their flight suits and get additional training on top of survival swimming training, the Marines said.
Some of the life rafts were inflated, but it was unclear how they got that way, Mooers said. There are various ways that could happen, including a cord being pulled by debris, said Irish, the Marine captain.
People have been found days or even weeks after getting lost at sea, Mooers said.
They would have to survive the crash and then possible dehydration, exposure and fatigue, said Mario Vittone, a retired Coast Guardsman who is an expert on sea survival. Survival seems unlikely, Vittone said, but he noted that he doesn't know all the circumstances.
The missing crew members are:
Maj. Shawn M. Campbell, 41, College Station, Texas.
Capt. Brian T. Kennedy, 31, Philadelphia.
Capt. Kevin T. Roche, 30, St. Louis.
Capt. Steven R. Torbert, 29, Florence, Alabama.
Sgt. Dillon J. Semolina, 24, Chaska, Minnesota.
Sgt. Adam C. Schoeller, 25, Gardners, Pennsylvania.
Sgt. Jeffrey A. Sempler, 22, Woodruff, South Carolina.
Sgt. William J. Turner, 25, Florala, Alabama.
Cpl. Matthew R. Drown, 23, Spring, Texas.
Cpl. Thomas J. Jardas, 22, Fort Myers, Florida.
Cpl. Christopher J. Orlando, 23, Hingham, Massachusetts.
Lance Cpl. Ty L. Hart, 21, Aumsville, Oregon.
Associated Press writers Audrey McAvoy and Marina Riker in Honolulu and Becky Bohrer in Juneau, Alaska, contributed to this report.
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Matthew was a 2011 Graduate of Klein Oak High School where he lettered in UIL Competition and was President of the Welding Club.
He enlisted in United States Marine Corps on March 2, 2011. Attended Boot Camp in San Diego, CA. and completed the SERE military program in Maine. After completion of his training, he was assigned to the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing as a member ofnHMH-463 Pegasus squadron. Kaneohe Bay Hawaii where he served as crew chief on CH-53E Super Stallion Helicopters.
Matthew was well respected by his Pegasus brothers and always eager to sharpen his skills as a crew Chief or assist others by sharing his knowledge. He was looking forward to re-enlisting with the Marines and hoping to continue his service to his country. He lived life to the fullest during his short time here in this world.
Survivors names omitted per findagrave policy.
Provided by Renee #8287804
Corporal Drown’s decorations include the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal and the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.
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Cpl. Matthew R. Drown of Spring, Texas, graduated from high school in 2011 and immediately enlisted in the Marines. He rose to the rank of corporal and was due to get out in November, his sister-in-law said he was planning to re-enlist.
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HONOLULU — Officials Tuesday suspended the massive search for 12 Marines who were aboard two helicopters that crashed off Hawaii last week.
The around-the-clock effort failed to locate any sign of the 12 service members despite five days of searching by several agencies.
Officials said at a late afternoon news conference that the Marine Corps was transitioning to "recovery and salvage efforts" and a memorial was planned for Friday at Marine Corps Base Hawaii.
The search began late Thursday when a civilian on a beach reported seeing the helicopters flying and then a fireball.
The Marines were alerted when the CH-53E helicopters carrying six crew members each failed to return to their base at Kaneohe Bay following a nighttime training mission. Hours later, a Coast Guard helicopter and C-130 airplane spotted debris 2 1/2 miles off of Oahu.
The crash was near the north shore, but the search area spanned from the western coast of Oahu to the northeast corner of the island.
The transport helicopters were part of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. Known as Super Stallions, they are the U.S. military's largest helicopter, capable of carrying a light armored vehicle, 16 tons of cargo or a team of combat-equipped Marines, according to a Marine Corps website.
The Coast Guard initially reported that the choppers had collided, but the Marines said later it wasn't yet known if there was a collision. The cause remains under investigation.
All four life rafts from the helicopters were later found empty. There was no indication anyone had been on any of the rafts, based on their condition and the lack of any personal effects, the Coast Guard said.
High surf complicated the mission for rescuers during the initial days of the search. A green laser near Haleiwa Beach Park struck a Coast Guard plane Saturday night, forcing crew members to alter search patterns.
Authorities searched for survivors around the clock. The Coast Guard assumes the best-case scenario when considering how long someone in the right equipment and right conditions could survive, Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Sara Mooers has said.
"We err on the side of caution because the last thing that anybody wants is to suspend the search when there's still a possibility of finding somebody," she said Monday.
Aircrews wear personal flotation devices with their flight suits and get additional training on top of survival swimming training, the Marines said.
Some of the life rafts were inflated, but it was unclear how they got that way, Mooers said. There are various ways that could happen, including a cord being pulled by debris, said Irish, the Marine captain.
People have been found days or even weeks after getting lost at sea, Mooers said.
They would have to survive the crash and then possible dehydration, exposure and fatigue, said Mario Vittone, a retired Coast Guardsman who is an expert on sea survival. Survival seems unlikely, Vittone said, but he noted that he doesn't know all the circumstances.
The missing crew members are:
Maj. Shawn M. Campbell, 41, College Station, Texas.
Capt. Brian T. Kennedy, 31, Philadelphia.
Capt. Kevin T. Roche, 30, St. Louis.
Capt. Steven R. Torbert, 29, Florence, Alabama.
Sgt. Dillon J. Semolina, 24, Chaska, Minnesota.
Sgt. Adam C. Schoeller, 25, Gardners, Pennsylvania.
Sgt. Jeffrey A. Sempler, 22, Woodruff, South Carolina.
Sgt. William J. Turner, 25, Florala, Alabama.
Cpl. Matthew R. Drown, 23, Spring, Texas.
Cpl. Thomas J. Jardas, 22, Fort Myers, Florida.
Cpl. Christopher J. Orlando, 23, Hingham, Massachusetts.
Lance Cpl. Ty L. Hart, 21, Aumsville, Oregon.
Associated Press writers Audrey McAvoy and Marina Riker in Honolulu and Becky Bohrer in Juneau, Alaska, contributed to this report.
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Matthew was a 2011 Graduate of Klein Oak High School where he lettered in UIL Competition and was President of the Welding Club.
He enlisted in United States Marine Corps on March 2, 2011. Attended Boot Camp in San Diego, CA. and completed the SERE military program in Maine. After completion of his training, he was assigned to the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing as a member ofnHMH-463 Pegasus squadron. Kaneohe Bay Hawaii where he served as crew chief on CH-53E Super Stallion Helicopters.
Matthew was well respected by his Pegasus brothers and always eager to sharpen his skills as a crew Chief or assist others by sharing his knowledge. He was looking forward to re-enlisting with the Marines and hoping to continue his service to his country. He lived life to the fullest during his short time here in this world.
Survivors names omitted per findagrave policy.
Provided by Renee #8287804
Cpl. Matthew R. Drown served as a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter crew chief with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 463, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing stationed on Marine Corps Base Hawaii. Corporal Drown, 23, from Spring, Texas, joined the Marine Corps March 2, 2011.
Corporal Drown’s decorations include the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal and the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.
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Cpl. Matthew R. Drown of Spring, Texas, graduated from high school in 2011 and immediately enlisted in the Marines. He rose to the rank of corporal and was due to get out in November, his sister-in-law said he was planning to re-enlist.
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HONOLULU — Officials Tuesday suspended the massive search for 12 Marines who were aboard two helicopters that crashed off Hawaii last week.
The around-the-clock effort failed to locate any sign of the 12 service members despite five days of searching by several agencies.
Officials said at a late afternoon news conference that the Marine Corps was transitioning to "recovery and salvage efforts" and a memorial was planned for Friday at Marine Corps Base Hawaii.
The search began late Thursday when a civilian on a beach reported seeing the helicopters flying and then a fireball.
The Marines were alerted when the CH-53E helicopters carrying six crew members each failed to return to their base at Kaneohe Bay following a nighttime training mission. Hours later, a Coast Guard helicopter and C-130 airplane spotted debris 2 1/2 miles off of Oahu.
The crash was near the north shore, but the search area spanned from the western coast of Oahu to the northeast corner of the island.
The transport helicopters were part of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. Known as Super Stallions, they are the U.S. military's largest helicopter, capable of carrying a light armored vehicle, 16 tons of cargo or a team of combat-equipped Marines, according to a Marine Corps website.
The Coast Guard initially reported that the choppers had collided, but the Marines said later it wasn't yet known if there was a collision. The cause remains under investigation.
All four life rafts from the helicopters were later found empty. There was no indication anyone had been on any of the rafts, based on their condition and the lack of any personal effects, the Coast Guard said.
High surf complicated the mission for rescuers during the initial days of the search. A green laser near Haleiwa Beach Park struck a Coast Guard plane Saturday night, forcing crew members to alter search patterns.
Authorities searched for survivors around the clock. The Coast Guard assumes the best-case scenario when considering how long someone in the right equipment and right conditions could survive, Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Sara Mooers has said.
"We err on the side of caution because the last thing that anybody wants is to suspend the search when there's still a possibility of finding somebody," she said Monday.
Aircrews wear personal flotation devices with their flight suits and get additional training on top of survival swimming training, the Marines said.
Some of the life rafts were inflated, but it was unclear how they got that way, Mooers said. There are various ways that could happen, including a cord being pulled by debris, said Irish, the Marine captain.
People have been found days or even weeks after getting lost at sea, Mooers said.
They would have to survive the crash and then possible dehydration, exposure and fatigue, said Mario Vittone, a retired Coast Guardsman who is an expert on sea survival. Survival seems unlikely, Vittone said, but he noted that he doesn't know all the circumstances.
The missing crew members are:
Maj. Shawn M. Campbell, 41, College Station, Texas.
Capt. Brian T. Kennedy, 31, Philadelphia.
Capt. Kevin T. Roche, 30, St. Louis.
Capt. Steven R. Torbert, 29, Florence, Alabama.
Sgt. Dillon J. Semolina, 24, Chaska, Minnesota.
Sgt. Adam C. Schoeller, 25, Gardners, Pennsylvania.
Sgt. Jeffrey A. Sempler, 22, Woodruff, South Carolina.
Sgt. William J. Turner, 25, Florala, Alabama.
Cpl. Matthew R. Drown, 23, Spring, Texas.
Cpl. Thomas J. Jardas, 22, Fort Myers, Florida.
Cpl. Christopher J. Orlando, 23, Hingham, Massachusetts.
Lance Cpl. Ty L. Hart, 21, Aumsville, Oregon.
Associated Press writers Audrey McAvoy and Marina Riker in Honolulu and Becky Bohrer in Juneau, Alaska, contributed to this report.
=======================================
Matthew was a 2011 Graduate of Klein Oak High School where he lettered in UIL Competition and was President of the Welding Club.
He enlisted in United States Marine Corps on March 2, 2011. Attended Boot Camp in San Diego, CA. and completed the SERE military program in Maine. After completion of his training, he was assigned to the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing as a member ofnHMH-463 Pegasus squadron. Kaneohe Bay Hawaii where he served as crew chief on CH-53E Super Stallion Helicopters.
Matthew was well respected by his Pegasus brothers and always eager to sharpen his skills as a crew Chief or assist others by sharing his knowledge. He was looking forward to re-enlisting with the Marines and hoping to continue his service to his country. He lived life to the fullest during his short time here in this world.
Survivors names omitted per findagrave policy.
Provided by Renee #8287804
Corporal Drown’s decorations include the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal and the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.
=====
Cpl. Matthew R. Drown of Spring, Texas, graduated from high school in 2011 and immediately enlisted in the Marines. He rose to the rank of corporal and was due to get out in November, his sister-in-law said he was planning to re-enlist.
=====
HONOLULU — Officials Tuesday suspended the massive search for 12 Marines who were aboard two helicopters that crashed off Hawaii last week.
The around-the-clock effort failed to locate any sign of the 12 service members despite five days of searching by several agencies.
Officials said at a late afternoon news conference that the Marine Corps was transitioning to "recovery and salvage efforts" and a memorial was planned for Friday at Marine Corps Base Hawaii.
The search began late Thursday when a civilian on a beach reported seeing the helicopters flying and then a fireball.
The Marines were alerted when the CH-53E helicopters carrying six crew members each failed to return to their base at Kaneohe Bay following a nighttime training mission. Hours later, a Coast Guard helicopter and C-130 airplane spotted debris 2 1/2 miles off of Oahu.
The crash was near the north shore, but the search area spanned from the western coast of Oahu to the northeast corner of the island.
The transport helicopters were part of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. Known as Super Stallions, they are the U.S. military's largest helicopter, capable of carrying a light armored vehicle, 16 tons of cargo or a team of combat-equipped Marines, according to a Marine Corps website.
The Coast Guard initially reported that the choppers had collided, but the Marines said later it wasn't yet known if there was a collision. The cause remains under investigation.
All four life rafts from the helicopters were later found empty. There was no indication anyone had been on any of the rafts, based on their condition and the lack of any personal effects, the Coast Guard said.
High surf complicated the mission for rescuers during the initial days of the search. A green laser near Haleiwa Beach Park struck a Coast Guard plane Saturday night, forcing crew members to alter search patterns.
Authorities searched for survivors around the clock. The Coast Guard assumes the best-case scenario when considering how long someone in the right equipment and right conditions could survive, Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Sara Mooers has said.
"We err on the side of caution because the last thing that anybody wants is to suspend the search when there's still a possibility of finding somebody," she said Monday.
Aircrews wear personal flotation devices with their flight suits and get additional training on top of survival swimming training, the Marines said.
Some of the life rafts were inflated, but it was unclear how they got that way, Mooers said. There are various ways that could happen, including a cord being pulled by debris, said Irish, the Marine captain.
People have been found days or even weeks after getting lost at sea, Mooers said.
They would have to survive the crash and then possible dehydration, exposure and fatigue, said Mario Vittone, a retired Coast Guardsman who is an expert on sea survival. Survival seems unlikely, Vittone said, but he noted that he doesn't know all the circumstances.
The missing crew members are:
Maj. Shawn M. Campbell, 41, College Station, Texas.
Capt. Brian T. Kennedy, 31, Philadelphia.
Capt. Kevin T. Roche, 30, St. Louis.
Capt. Steven R. Torbert, 29, Florence, Alabama.
Sgt. Dillon J. Semolina, 24, Chaska, Minnesota.
Sgt. Adam C. Schoeller, 25, Gardners, Pennsylvania.
Sgt. Jeffrey A. Sempler, 22, Woodruff, South Carolina.
Sgt. William J. Turner, 25, Florala, Alabama.
Cpl. Matthew R. Drown, 23, Spring, Texas.
Cpl. Thomas J. Jardas, 22, Fort Myers, Florida.
Cpl. Christopher J. Orlando, 23, Hingham, Massachusetts.
Lance Cpl. Ty L. Hart, 21, Aumsville, Oregon.
Associated Press writers Audrey McAvoy and Marina Riker in Honolulu and Becky Bohrer in Juneau, Alaska, contributed to this report.
=======================================
Matthew was a 2011 Graduate of Klein Oak High School where he lettered in UIL Competition and was President of the Welding Club.
He enlisted in United States Marine Corps on March 2, 2011. Attended Boot Camp in San Diego, CA. and completed the SERE military program in Maine. After completion of his training, he was assigned to the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing as a member ofnHMH-463 Pegasus squadron. Kaneohe Bay Hawaii where he served as crew chief on CH-53E Super Stallion Helicopters.
Matthew was well respected by his Pegasus brothers and always eager to sharpen his skills as a crew Chief or assist others by sharing his knowledge. He was looking forward to re-enlisting with the Marines and hoping to continue his service to his country. He lived life to the fullest during his short time here in this world.
Survivors names omitted per findagrave policy.
Provided by Renee #8287804
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