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accidents-and-safety16 days ago•126 min saved

NTSB Secures Chatsworth Helicopter Wreckage as Investigation Deepens

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has taken possession of the Eurocopter EC-135-P2 wreckage from the fatal crash in Chatsworth, California, to conduct a detailed evaluation at a secure facility. The crash, which occurred while the helicopter was covering a nearby bus collision, resulted in the deaths of pilot George Marciniw, reporter Eliana Moreno, and a bystander. Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn described the incident as a 'terrible tragedy,' honoring the victims as heroes who dedicated their careers to saving lives. While the NTSB is reviewing cockpit video and maintenance records, the focus remains on determining the specific mechanical or operational causes of the loss of control.

via apnews.com|

#accidents-and-safety #aviation-safety #chatsworth

us-news25 days ago•19 min saved

Medical Examiner Confirms Blunt Force Trauma as Cause of Death in Chatsworth Helicopter Crash

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has officially ruled that pilot George Marciniw and reporter Eliana Moreno died from blunt force trauma following the September 15 crash of an NBC news helicopter in Chatsworth. The investigation, led by the NTSB and FAA, is focusing on cockpit video evidence that captured engine sounds and pilot alerts moments before the aircraft fell. The crash killed a third person, bystander Edy Gutierrez Mejia, and occurred shortly after a fatal bus collision that killed two others, bringing the total death toll to five. While the medical examiner has confirmed the manner of death, the specific cause of the helicopter crash remains under investigation, with a preliminary report expected in 30 days.

via New York Post|

#chatsworth #investigation #los-angeles

local-news28 days ago•10 min saved

Chatsworth Double Disaster: DUI Bus Crash and News Helicopter Crash Kill Five in 24 Hours

A chain of events in Chatsworth, Los Angeles, resulted in five deaths within two hours on Tuesday. A driver allegedly under the influence of drugs and alcohol rammed a Ford Expedition into an LA Metro bus, killing two passengers. Approximately two hours later, an NBC4 news helicopter covering the bus crash crashed into a nearby parking lot, killing the pilot, a reporter, and a pedestrian on the ground. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the helicopter crash, while the bus driver faces second-degree murder charges.

via CNN|

#chatsworth #dui #local-news

california1 month ago•5 min saved

Chatsworth Tragedy: NTSB Investigates NBC4 Helicopter Crash Linked to Bus Collision

An NBC4 news helicopter crashed in Chatsworth on Sept. 16, killing reporter Eliana Moreno, pilot George Marciniw, and a bystander while covering a fatal bus collision. The crash occurred near a warehouse after the aircraft lost altitude; investigators are analyzing audio evidence of a mechanical failure. The bus crash, caused by a driver running a red light, killed two people and injured six. Suspect Bailee Rios faces murder charges, and a community vigil honored the five victims.

via Los Angeles Times|

#california #chatsworth #eliana-moreno

news1 month ago•5 min saved

NTSB Investigates Engine Failure in Chatsworth Helicopter Crash That Killed NBC4 Crew and Guatemalan Tourist

Three people died when a news helicopter crashed in Chatsworth, Los Angeles, on September 15 while covering a bus accident. The victims were photojournalist Eliana Moreno, pilot George Marciniw, and pedestrian Edy Gutiérrez Mejia. NTSB investigators are analyzing video evidence suggesting an engine failure or hydraulic issue caused the crash.

via TODAY.com|

#chatsworth #helicopter-crash #los-angeles

news1 month ago•5 min saved

Chatsworth Tragedy: News Helicopter Crash Kills Reporter, Pilot, and Tourist

A Eurocopter AS350 news helicopter crashed in Chatsworth, Los Angeles, on Tuesday evening, killing reporter Eliana Moreno, pilot George Marciniw, and a 29-year-old Guatemalan tourist, Edy Gutierrez Mejia. The crash occurred while the aircraft was covering a fatal Metro bus collision. Audio from the helicopter suggests a mechanical failure, specifically a loss of engine power and rotor speed, leading to a fatal descent. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incident, with a preliminary report expected in 30 days.

via CNN|

#chatsworth #eliana-moreno #george-marciniw

news1 month ago•9 min saved

Audio from NBC4 helicopter crash reveals engine failure in Chatsworth

Investigators identified audio from a live broadcast as the key evidence in the crash of an NBC4 news helicopter in Chatsworth, which killed reporter Eliana Moreno, pilot George Marciniw, and a bystander. The recording captured engine sounds and warning tones prior to the impact, suggesting a mechanical failure. The crash occurred near a fatal bus collision, with the NTSB now analyzing the footage to determine the probable cause.

via Los Angeles Times|

#aviation-safety #chatsworth #eliana-moreno

news1 month ago•3 min saved

NTSB prioritizes NBC4 helicopter audio in Chatsworth crash probe

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has identified the live audio recording from the NBC4 helicopter as the 'most important evidence' in the investigation of the fatal crash in Chatsworth. The agency plans to conduct a sound spectrum analysis on the footage, which reportedly contains engine sounds and pilot advisories. The crash killed reporter Eliana Moreno, pilot George Marciniw, and a pedestrian, with a preliminary report expected in 30 days.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#chatsworth #eliana-moreno #george-marciniw

news1 month ago•0 min saved

NTSB prioritizes audio analysis of NBC4 helicopter crash in Chatsworth

An NBC4 news helicopter crashed in Chatsworth, Los Angeles, on Tuesday evening, killing reporter Eliana Moreno, pilot George Marciniw, and a pedestrian. The crash occurred while the aircraft was covering a fatal Metro bus collision. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has identified the helicopter's audio recording as the most critical evidence for determining the cause, which may involve mechanical failure.

via The Guardian|

#aviation-safety #chatsworth #los-angeles

california1 month ago•7 min saved

NBC4 Helicopter Crash in Chatsworth Kills Two Crew Members and One Pedestrian

On September 15, 2026, a news helicopter operated by Angel City Air for NBC4 and Telemundo 52 crashed in Chatsworth, killing reporter Eliana Moreno, pilot George Marciniw, and one pedestrian. The incident occurred while the crew covered a separate Metro bus collision that had already killed three people. The crash left the station without contact with its crew for two hours before anchor Colleen Williams confirmed the fatalities live on air. Officials from the Los Angeles Fire Department, Mayor Karen Bass, and Governor Gavin Newsom expressed condolences, while the National Transportation Safety Board and Federal Aviation Administration began an investigation into the cause of the crash.

via Los Angeles Times|

#california #chatsworth #helicopter-crash

local-news1 month ago•0 min saved

Chatsworth Tragedy: Bus-SUV Collision and News Helicopter Crash Kill Six

A series of fatal incidents in Chatsworth, Los Angeles, resulted in six deaths and multiple injuries on September 15. A Los Angeles Metro bus collided with an SUV on West Nordhoff Street, killing three people and injuring six others. Shortly after, an NBC4 news helicopter, operated by Angel City Air, crashed into a nearby parking lot while covering the bus accident, killing three more individuals. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the helicopter crash, while the LAPD leads the investigation into the initial vehicle collision.

via FOX 11 Los Angeles|

#angel-city-air #chatsworth #la-metro

local-news1 month ago•10 min saved

NBC4 News Helicopter Crash in Chatsworth Kills Three Amid Bus Collision

An NBC4 news helicopter crashed and burned in Chatsworth, Los Angeles, on Tuesday night, killing at least three people. The incident occurred near the scene of a deadly Metro bus collision, which had drawn multiple news crews to the area. The helicopter, identified as NewsChopper4, went down between two commercial buildings, igniting a fire that damaged nearby vehicles. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the crash, while the bus collision earlier in the evening left three dead and six injured. Officials confirmed the helicopter crew members as Angel City Air employees Eliana Moreno and George Marciniw, with a third victim identified as a pedestrian on the ground.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#chatsworth #local-news #los-angeles

accidents-and-incidents1 month ago•1 min saved

Chatsworth crash toll rises to six after news helicopter crash; SUV driver arrested for murder

A total of six people died in Chatsworth on Tuesday, Sept. 15, following a fatal collision between a Metro bus and an SUV, and a subsequent crash of a news helicopter covering the scene. The bus crash killed two passengers, while the helicopter crash killed two crew members and one person on the ground. The SUV driver was arrested on suspicion of murder.

via NBC Los Angeles|

#accidents-and-incidents #chatsworth #lapd

news1 month ago•1 min saved

Fatal Chatsworth Helicopter Crash Kills Three During Coverage of Deadly Bus Collision

A news helicopter affiliated with NBC Los Angeles crashed in Chatsworth on Tuesday evening, killing three people while covering a separate fatal bus collision. The aircraft, identified as NewsChopper 4, went down in a parking lot near a self-storage facility, resulting in a fire that damaged nearby vehicles. The crash occurred shortly after a Los Angeles Metro bus collided with a passenger vehicle on Nordhoff Street, which had already claimed two lives. Officials confirmed that the helicopter carried a photojournalist and a pilot, both of whom died, along with one pedestrian on the ground. Two other individuals were hospitalized. The National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration are investigating the incident. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and California Governor Gavin Newsom expressed condolences, noting that five people died in the area that evening. The crash site was in the 9100 block of North Mason Avenue, and firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze and secure the scene.

via NBC News|

#aviation-accident #chatsworth #los-angeles

news1 month ago•5 min saved

Fatal Chatsworth Crash: NBC4 Helicopter Falls While Covering Deadly Bus Collision

Three people died and one was hospitalized when an NBC4 news helicopter crashed and burst into flames in Chatsworth on Tuesday evening. The incident occurred while the crew was covering a separate, deadly collision between an SUV and a Metro bus nearby. The crash damaged four vehicles and two storage containers, prompting a major emergency response. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the cause of the aviation disaster.

via Los Angeles Times|

#chatsworth #helicopter-crash #metro-bus