Missing Airman declared deceased

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Andersen Air Force Base officials today (CST) announced that Airman 1st Class Michael McDonald, 5th Maintenance Squadron, has been declared deceased after being reported missing in the waters off Tarague Beach, Guam, since Jan. 26 (CST).

"We're all saddened by the tragic loss of Airman McDonald," said Col. Eldon A. Woodie, 5th Bomb Wing commander. "On behalf of the base community, I'd like to express our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. Michael was a great patriot and good friend to all. He will be sorely missed."

Airman McDonald, 21, enlisted in the Air Force April 20, 2004. After graduating basic training at Lackland AFB, he was trained as an aircraft structural maintenance technician and served in this capacity for more than 2 years while assigned to the 5th MXS here.

The Jan. 26 incident is currently under review.