Airman identified from Sept. 19 motor vehicle fatality

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The Airman who died Sept. 19 in a motor vehicle accident in Egypt has been identified.

First Lieutenant Sarah Small, a public affairs officer assigned to the Air and Space Expeditionary Force Center here, was in Egypt supporting Exercise Bright Star, a recurring joint/combined training exercise, when the accident occurred.

“This is an incredibly sad time for the AEF Center and for the Air Force. Our hearts go out to Sarah’s family and friends,” said Col. Brian Kelly, AEFC vice commander. “Sarah was an energetic, exceptionally bright young officer who made significant and lasting contributions to the Air Force, the local community and our great nation.”

The 25-year-old Herndon, Va., native arrived at Langley in November 2003 and had been on active duty since 2002. She was a 2002 graduate of Mary Baldwin College in Staunton, Va.

Two noncommissioned officers in the same vehicle were injured. They were taken to a local hospital where they are listed in stable condition.