    [Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 30, Number 12 (Monday, March 28, 1994)]
    [Page 625]
    [Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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    Statement on the Air Collision at Pope Air Force Base

    March 23, 1994

        I am deeply saddened to learn of the tragic air collision at Pope
    Air Force Base in North Carolina and the resultant loss of life and
    injuries. Hillary and I join all Americans in expressing our condolences
    to the families and friends of those killed and wish a speedy recovery
    to those injured. This tragedy is a reminder that all those who serve in
    the military at home and abroad put their lives at risk in the service
    of their Nation and deserve the thanks of all Americans for doing so.