September 3, 2013 -- This is an update to the Third Marine Aircraft Wing MV-22B Osprey mishap near Creech Air Force Base, Indian Springs, Nev. Aug. 26.

As a result of the fire that occurred subsequent to the hard landing, it has been determined the mishap is a Class A and the aircraft is damaged beyond repair.

Analysis of the "black box" and investigation are ongoing.

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