The crash of a Marine Corps helicopter last year that killed five service members was ultimately caused by pilot error, but the use of night vision goggles and unsafe flying conditions also likely ...

The night-vision goggles the Black Hawk crew members almost certainly carried would be mounted onto the front of their helmets, allowing them to be flipped up or down quickly.

The pilots of a U.S. Army helicopter that collided with a passenger jet over Washington in January would’ve had difficulty spotting the plane while wearing night vision goggles, experts told the ...

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The crew members were probably using their night-vision goggles, which are not necessary, but could have come in handy flying over the Potomac River, where there are no lights, he said.

There are many reasons why a pair of night vision goggles is indispensable to you. You could be out hiking, camping or possibly even hunting in the dark and don’t want to disturb the local wildlife.