Uniform Code of Military Justice
Article 236. Negligent Operation of a Military Vehicle, Vessel, or Aircraft.
(a) A person subject to this Code is guilty under this Article when, through culpable negligence, the person operates or controls a military vehicle, vessel, aircraft, or comparable conveyance in a manner creating a substantial risk of death, serious bodily harm, or major property damage.
(b) Culpable negligence requires a substantial departure from reasonable care. Ordinary negligence or a reasonable operational judgment made under emergency or combat conditions does not constitute an offense.
(c) A person guilty under this Article shall be punished as a court-martial may direct.