The U.S. Army has officially disclosed the identity of the third soldier who was aboard the Black Hawk helicopter involved in a tragic midair collision near Reagan National Airport on Wednesday.

This announcement comes after the identity was initially withheld due to concerns surrounding unverified allegations suggesting that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives may have played a role in the incident.

Captain Rebecca M. Lobach, hailing from Durham, North Carolina, had been serving as an aviation officer in the Army since July 2019.

Throughout her service, she amassed approximately 500 hours of flying experience specifically in the Black Hawk helicopter, demonstrating her proficiency and dedication to her role.

In light of the circumstances surrounding the crash, Lobach’s family had requested that her identity remain confidential during the initial phases of the investigation.

The other two service members aboard the helicopter were identified as Staff Sergeant Ryan O’Hara, who served as the crew chief, and Chief Warrant Officer 2 Andrew Eaves, who operated as Lobach’s fellow pilot.

The aviation crew was conducting a training mission when their helicopter collided with an American Airlines regional jet that was landing at Reagan National Airport after a flight from Wichita, Kansas.

The devastating accident resulted in the loss of all 64 people aboard the jet, along with the three soldiers in the Black Hawk.

As authorities continue to investigate the circumstances leading to this tragic collision, the Army emphasizes its commitment to thoroughly examining all aspects of the incident to determine the cause and prevent future occurrences.