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DOD officials identify Air Force casualties

Posted 4/29/2011

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4/29/2011 - WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- Department of Defense officials announced April 29 the names of eight Airmen who were killed April 27 at the Kabul International Airport in Afghanistan supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

They died of wounds suffered from gunfire.

Killed were:

Maj. Philip D. Ambard, 44, of Edmonds, Wash. He was assigned to the 460th Space Communications Squadron, Buckley Air Force Base, Colo.

Maj. Jeffrey O. Ausborn, 41, of Gadsden, Ala. He was assigned to the 99th Flying Training Squadron, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas.

Maj. David L. Brodeur, 34, of Auburn, Mass. He was assigned to the 11th Air Force, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.

Master Sgt. Tara R. Brown, 33, of Deltona, Fla. She was assigned to the Air Force Office of Special Investigations, Joint Base Andrews, Md.

Lt. Col. Frank D. Bryant Jr., 37, of Knoxville, Tenn. He was assigned to the 56th Operations Group, Luke Air Force Base, Ariz.

Maj. Raymond G. Estelle II, 40, of New Haven, Conn. He was assigned to Headquarters Air Combat Command, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va.

Capt. Nathan J. Nylander, 35, of Hockley, Texas. He was assigned to the 25th Operational Weather Squadron, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz.

Capt. Charles A. Ransom, 31, of Midlothian, Va. He was assigned to the 83rd Network Operations Squadron, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va.

The incident is under investigation.

Comments

5/4/2011 12:17:59 PM ET
I met Major Ausborn in small arms training as he was gearing up for his deployment. We only spent the day together but I'm so saddened at his loss. I hope this event is not so overshadowed by the current headlines that the public overlooks this senseless act by a representative of the Afghan military. May God's love comfort the families and friends of those who are gone. Aus, you'll be missed.

Capt C, LRAFB

5/4/2011 8:38:06 AM ET
Bless these american warriors. What a waste. This shooting needs to be discussed in open media to show all of America the problems/mistakes that occured here. We need to leave that area as quickly as possible.

Edgar Dean Collingwood, NAS Carswell Ft. Worth Texas

5/3/2011 10:00:39 PM ET
Thoughts and prayers to the families of all who perished while serving our Country. I know all the Airmen that died are in a better place. The familes need our prayers to get through this terrible tradegy. God Bless You all.

K Hornback, Louisville KY

5/3/2011 9:39:39 AM ET
I knew you before you knew me. I have followed your progress from a distance, from neighbors to brother's at Arms. You and your family have and will always be in my thoughts and prayers. TM

MSgt Todd Metler, KnoxvilleTN

5/2/2011 3:49:54 PM ET
So long my brother Ray. I hope the flightline up there is full of planes for you to fly. When I join you we'll do some formation again and tell lies about our piloting skills. God bless and love and peace to your beautiful family.

Major Michael Barnes-Retired, Chester VA

5/2/2011 3:23:18 PM ET
To the family and widow of the late Maj Raymond Estelle my heart and prayers goes out to you as well the other families who recently lost their lives here. You will never be forgotten. May God bless and keep us all.

SSgt L. Hooks, Kabul Afghanistan

5/2/2011 9:28:30 AM ET
RIP comrades. I really am hoping these people were not put in a situation where they had to leave their weapons unloaded because some senior leader is afraid of small arms... If you are in theater and issued a weapon it should be loaded and ready to go at all times. This green, yellow, red business for weapon conditions needs to go away permanently

Kevin , CONUS

5/2/2011 9:08:38 AM ET
There is no logic that will help us to understand, grasp this tragedy. On a daily basis our service members sacrifice so much for this country. We as a nation must do a better job of acknowledging that fact. My family and I send our love, support and prayers to all the families of those who lost their lives. We personally knew Major Raymond Estelle. We are grateful for the times we spent with him and his family and will hold dear to those memories. His infectious smile will be greatly missed. Veteran and Active Duty Spouse, Fulton, Md.

Lisa Jarvis-Durham, Baltimore MD

5/1/2011 6:11:46 PM ET
This is a terrible senseless tragedy. Hopefully leaders will get a clue soon and get us out of there. We've done all we can over the last 10 years in that place. I was among the first operators over there in 2001 and I've been over there nearly every year since then as either a snake eater or civilian and it just isn't getting any better for the troops or the nationals. It is time to go. My heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of these Airmen.

Chris Kimball, Louisiana

4/30/2011 3:55:29 PM ET
They died for nothing. We can not trust anybody of the Afghan military. Maybe there are some good ones of them, but I hate this happening. I feel sorry for the families. Theyll never see their beloved again. Jens RitterMaster, Sergeant, German Air Force

Jens Ritter, Wunstorf Air Base

4/30/2011 1:04:01 PM ET
My prayers go out to the families, unit members, co-workers, and loved ones of those who have lost their lives. May God bring peace into their spirits during this time of grief.

TSgt Man E, Joint Base San Antonio

4/30/2011 11:41:45 AM ET
Charles - you were a friend, a mentor, and someone I always looked up to. I am still in disbelief that your life had to end this way. I'm praying for you and all those around you. Our lives will not be the same without you. My father is going to be there to pay respects in my absence. The Institute shall be heard from today. God Bless, brother.

Dustin Johnson, Kandahar AF Afghanistan

4/30/2011 9:43:31 AM ET
We toast our faithfull comrades now fallen from the sky and gently caught by God's own hand to be with Him on high. To dwell among the soaring clouds they knew so well before from dawn patrol to victory roll at heaven's very door. And as we fly among them there we're sure to hear their plea. Take care my friend, watch your six, and do one more roll...Just for me.--Capt Gerald Coffee

Veteran, TX

4/29/2011 10:40:29 PM ET
To a fellow leader and mentor...may HE continue to light your family during these dark times and may YOU continue to shine even brighter from above. Maj Estelle...THANK YOU

TSgt Alvarez, Kadena AB

4/29/2011 10:17:28 PM ET
R.I.P. my brothers and sisters. You will not be forgotten.

MSgt Jaime J. Gonzalez, Robins AFB

4/29/2011 9:06:36 PM ET
My heart goes out to the families and friends of everyone who was lost. Bless those who were lost and those who are left behind.

Amanda Bryie, Langley AFB

4/29/2011 6:24:50 PM ET
Your presence always made our days brighter. Your desire to strive for excellence inspired us to continue with the mission. Your dedication to service before self will always be an inspiration. You will always be remembered as a Wingman-Leader-Warrior.

TSgt R. Lupton, Grand Forks AFB ND

4/29/2011 5:01:14 PM ET
Iterate TSgt A.: To the families, your AF family stands behind you. Our fallen brothers and sisters and their families will never be forgotten Our prayers go out to you. God bless you for your sacrifice to our nation and freedom.

Lt Col K.P. Seeley, Pentagon

4/29/2011 4:43:18 PM ET
God bless those giving Airmen, and may their families put GOD of peace in their hearts. A USAF Veteran of the Vietnam Era.

ThomasW Boyle, 126

4/29/2011 4:25:14 PM ET
What a sad day for our country, our service and our friends and family...

K. Hardin, Selfridge ANGB MI

4/29/2011 3:33:15 PM ET
My heart and prayers go out to the families of those taken way ahead of their time. For all other military personnel serving overseas and those in garrison, this is yet another reminder that people who you know and possibly trust can change in an instant. Remember Ft. Hood. Please keep up your situational awareness and hopefully this will never happen again.

TSgt A, Colorado

4/29/2011 3:31:43 PM ET
Day is done; Gone the sun; From the lake, from the hills, from the sky; All is well, safely rest; God is nigh!

R. Oyola, Deployed

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