Now that the names have been released officially, here is the crew of CG-1705.

Official listing of crew:

Lt. Cmdr. Che J. Barnes, age 35, Capay, Calif., Aircraft Commander.

Lt. Adam W. Bryant, age 28, Crewe, Va., Co-Pilot.

Chief Petty Officer John F. Seidman, age 43, Stockton, Calif., Flight Engineer.

Petty Officer 2nd Class Carl P. Grigonis, age 35, Mayfield Heights, Ohio, Navigator.

Petty Officer 2nd Class Monica L. Beacham, age 29, Decaturville, Tenn., Radio Operator.

Petty Officer 2nd Class Jason S. Moletzsky, age 26, Norristown, Pa., Air Crew.

Petty Officer 3rd Class Danny R. Kreder II, age 22, Elm Mott, Texas, Drop Master.

Very sad day indeed and when you know each of their stories, it's even more heartbreaking.

Godspeed to the crew of CG1705.

I have known John for years, he will be missed immensely-

John was a friend and fellow herc rider in Kodiak in my days. He and his crew members will be missed dearly. May God comfort the families and loved ones of these brave souls.

I know that God has them now and will care for them till they are all reunited with their families. My prayers go out to the families of both Aircraft. RIP

"When once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return." RIP crew of CG 1705........

Jason was a great mentor when I was a Airmen five years ago in Miami. Very sad. RIP.