Military names the four servicemen who died in helicopter accident near Washington base
TACOMA, Wash. — Four Soldiers Killed in Helicopter Crash The Army has identified four soldiers who tragically lost their lives in a helicopter crash earlier this week. The victims included Andrew Curry and Andrew Krauss, both chief warrant officers, along with Donabon Scott and Sergeant Jadalyn Goode, whose names were announced on Monday. Curry, 35, […]
New Yorkers can now book helicopter rides to JFK and the Hamptons via Uber.
Users of Uber in New York can now directly book helicopter rides to John F. Kennedy, Newark, and the Hamptons. This new offering comes as part of Uber’s expanded global partnership with Goby Aviation, alongside their acquisition of Blade Air Mobility’s passenger operations for $125 million. Blade, led by CEO Rob Wiesenthal, is expected to […]
Helicopter crashes near airport in Twin Cities suburbs, no survivors discovered
Authorities have confirmed that there are no survivors from a helicopter crash that occurred near a small airport in Twin Cities Barb on Saturday afternoon, resulting in an explosion. The Lakeville Police Department stated that the aircraft, identified as a Robinson R66, went down around 2:45 PM local time, just west of Airlake Airport. Emergency […]
IndyCar racer David Malukas taken by helicopter to nearby hospital following frightening accident
David Marcus was airlifted to a hospital “for preventive reasons” after a serious crash during the Music City Grand Prix finale on Sunday, which happened on lap 88. The incident unfolded while he attempted to pass British rookie Louis Foster; as two IndyCar drivers collided, Marcus spun into a wall and hit the rear of […]
Helicopter rescues hikers from perilous beach situation
Rescue of Hikers at Point Reyes National Seashore A recent video captures a dramatic rescue of two hikers who found themselves stuck on a remote beach, near Point Reyes National Seashore, known for its treacherous conditions. As reported by the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office, the hikers were trapped close to what’s referred to as “elephant […]
Helicopter rescue assists hiker who plunged 25 feet onto rocks at Big Falls
A dramatic video captures the rescue of hikers who fell about 25 feet at a well-known hiking spot. This incident took place Sunday afternoon at Big Falls, located near forest waterfalls in the San Bernardino Mountains. According to San Bernardino County firefighters, emergency services were alerted around 3:45 PM after someone yelled for help from […]
Experts inform NTSB that night vision goggles might have hindered helicopter pilots before their crash with a jet.
Experts informed the National Transportation Safety Board on Friday that the pilot of a U.S. Army helicopter, which collided with a Washington Airlines passenger jet in January, struggled to see the plane while using Night Vision goggles. These Army goggles particularly limited the pilot’s ability to spot aircraft colored lights. Additionally, they restricted the pilot’s […]
California increases firefighting resources with new helicopter fleet
California has recently wrapped up a years-long effort to enhance its firefighting resources, particularly with the arrival of two specialized Sikorsky S-70i Fire Hawk helicopters. Officials are excited about these additions, claiming they establish California as having “the world’s largest civil helicopter fire fleet,” as noted by Governor Gavin Newsom during a recent press conference. […]
Army helicopter displayed faulty altitude readings prior to collision with American Eagle in DC plane crash
A recent survey by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) revealed that the Army helicopter involved in a collision with a commercial airplane in Washington, DC, in January had inaccurate altitude readings. The NTSB initiated a hearing in Washington on Wednesday, focusing on the January 29 crash between an American Airlines flight from Wichita, Kansas, […]
Army helicopter involved in fatal midair collision with plane in DC exceeded altitude limit, NTSB discovers
NTSB Hearing on Fatal DC Helicopter Crash Reveals Alarming Details A recently conducted survey by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) highlighted that the Army helicopter involved in a deadly collision with a commercial aircraft in Washington, D.C., back in January had inaccurate altitude readings. The NTSB commenced its hearing on Wednesday, delving into the […]