SAS WO2 killed in parachute accident

Defence confirm an Australian Army soldier died during a parachuting training course at the Jervis Bay Airfield on the evening of 11 May 2026. 

One other Australian Army soldier was injured, but did not require hospitalisation. 

Special Air Service Regiment’s Warrant Officer Class Two Lachlan Muddle died during the parachute training accident.

A Defence spokesperson said the death of one of our soldiers was a tragedy and deeply felt by the Army family and across the broader Defence community.

“Our highest priority is to support Warrant Officer Class Two Muddle’s family and all members involved in this tragic accident.

“Our thoughts are with them, their friends and the Regiment as they grieve his loss.”

ADF temporarily paused parachuting training. 

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Support is available to the ADF family distressed by this news:

Defence Member and Family Support – 1800 624 608 (24/7)
Defence All-hours Support Line (ASL) – 1800 628 036 (24/7)
Reserve Assistance Program (RAP) – 1300 687 327
1800 IMSICK – 1800 467 425 (24/7)
Employee Assistance Program – 1300 687 327 (For APS, ASD, ASA, Reservists and Cadets)
Defence Chaplaincy Support – 1300 333 362 (24/7)

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