Commander Edwards Remembered with Honor | Virginia Beach News

Commander Gabriel Edwards, the fearless leader and commanding officer of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Five, has been identified as the sailor lost after a helicopter crash in the Arabian Sea. Though three crew members survived, the extensive 14,000-square-mile search for Edwards was called off after 102 hours. A decorated 20-year Navy veteran with aviator wings earned in 2008, Edwards took command of his squadron just last year. The Navy is honoring his legacy by posthumously promoting him to captain, calling him a true hero whose impact will endure. The Carrier Strike Group 10 family stands with his family in grief as investigators continue to determine the cause of the emergency water landing — with no signs of hostile intent. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/07f6787e255b0e75