In Memory OfCW2 Casey N. Frankoski

CW2 Casey N. Frankoski, 28, New York Army National Guard, born April 11, 1995, passed away in a helicopter crash on March 8, 2024. Frankoski was a Lakota Helicopter Pilot with 1st Battalion, 244th Aviation Regiment, and deployed to the Middle East for Operation Spartan Shield. Upon returning to the U.S., she was chosen to be part of Joint Task Force North and sent to Texas. While conducting a reconnaissance mission along the Texas/Mexican border, Frankoski's helicopter was hit by a strong crosswind and went down. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Sister!