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AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy –
An active-duty Airman assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing at Aviano Air Base died April 25 at approximately 3:00 a.m.
The cause of death is currently under investigation.
“To the family and friends of our fallen Airman, we offer our deepest condolences on this loss,” said Brig. Gen. Tad Clark, 31st FW commander. “Helping our family and team during this difficult time is our top priority right now, and we will share further information as soon as possible.”
The Airman’s name will not be released until 24 hours after the next-of-kin notification.
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Updated Apr. 27, 2025
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy –
An active-duty Airman assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing at Aviano Air Base, Italy, died April 25 at approximately 3:30 a.m.
Following the next-of-kin notification, the Airman has been identified as Tech. Sgt. Clemente Velasco, 30, of Austin, Texas. Velasco served as a Maintenance Operations Controller with the 31st Maintenance Squadron at Aviano AB.
“Tech. Sgt. Velasco was a valued member of our 31st Fighter Wing team, and we continue to mourn his loss,” said Brig. Gen. Tad Clark, 31st FW commander. “Supporting those affected by his passing remains our utmost priority.”
The cause of death is still under investigation.
| Date Taken: | 04.25.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 04.25.2025 03:15 |
| Story ID: | 496167 |
| Location: | AVIANO AIR BASE, IT |
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