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local5 days ago•4 min saved

Midair collision at Carlisle Airport leaves pilot dead and troopers injured

A small Cessna 150 and a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter collided midair during routine training near Carlisle Regional Airport, killing the plane’s pilot and injuring two state troopers who were treated and stabilized at Hershey Medical Center. The helicopter crashed on its side; both troopers escaped after a crewmate helped them out. FAA and NTSB investigators are examining the scene, including radio communications at the non‑tower airport, to determine the cause.

via 6abc Philadelphia|

#carlisle-regional-airport #local #midair-collision

local5 days ago•3 min saved

Midair collision at Carlisle Airport leaves pilot dead, two troopers injured

A Cessna 150 collided in midair with a Pennsylvania State Police Bell 407 helicopter at Carlisle Airport during a routine training exercise, killing the plane's pilot and injuring two troopers who were trapped inside the helicopter; the troopers have minor injuries and are stable, with one to be released later. The FAA responded and the NTSB will lead the investigation, and operations at nearby Harrisburg International Airport were not affected.

via WGAL|

#carlisle-airport #cessna-150 #local

local6 days ago•1 min saved

Midair collision near Carlisle draws PA governor to scene

A Cessna 150 and a Bell 407 helicopter collided in midair near Carlisle, PA; two people were aboard the helicopter and the number aboard the plane is unknown. Gov. Josh Shapiro is en route to the scene and a 10:30 p.m. press briefing is planned as officials investigate the incident per FAA updates.

via WTAE|

#aircraft-crash #carlisle-pa #local

local6 days ago•2 min saved

Midair collision near Carlisle Airport prompts investigation

A Cessna 150 airplane and a Bell 407 helicopter collided in midair near Carlisle, PA, around 6:50 p.m. on Aug. 19. Two people were aboard the helicopter; the number on the airplane is unknown. FAA and NTSB will investigate, with the NTSB leading the probe. The helicopter was reportedly operated by Pennsylvania State Police. Gov. Shapiro said he’s been briefed and urged Pennsylvanians to join in prayers as investigators determine injuries and circumstances. This is a developing story.

via WGAL|

#aviation #faa #local

americas2 months ago•24 min saved

Oliver Tree Among Six Killed in Brazil Helicopter Collision

American singer Oliver Tree died in a midair collision between two helicopters in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, along with five others including the pilot of the other helicopter; Tree, 32, was aboard the chopper with four other passengers when the crash occurred west of downtown Rio.

via The Washington Post|

#americas #brazil #helicopter-crash

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Oliver Tree among six killed in Rio midair helicopter collision

American singer Oliver Tree was listed as a passenger on one of two helicopters that collided midair over Rio de Janeiro, killing all six aboard; authorities have not yet identified the bodies and an investigation into the cause is underway, with debris on the ground and one helicopter crashing onto a car dealership lot that caught fire.

via NBC News|

#brazil #helicopter-crash #midair-collision

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Six Dead After Midair Helicopter Collision Over Rio Sparks EV Dealer Fire

Two helicopters collided in midair over Rio de Janeiro’s Recreio dos Bandeirantes, killing all six aboard; their wreckage crashed into the parking lot of an electric vehicle dealership, igniting about 20 cars. The fire was difficult to extinguish due to toxic gases from lithium‑ion batteries, and the second helicopter carried only the pilot. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause.

via Al Jazeera|

#aviation-accident #electric-vehicles #helicopter-crash

local3 months ago•1 min saved

Fatal midair collision during Washington skydiving jump leaves one dead, another injured

During a Sunday 11-person team jump near Ritzville, Washington, two experienced skydivers collided at about 1,000 feet; Randy Hubbs died and Nicole Klein was injured; neither was aware of the other’s position; weather was not a factor; Hubbs had 800+ jumps and Klein 900+; the investigation is ongoing.

via NBC News|

#local #midair-collision #ritzville

local-news3 months ago•3 min saved

Fatal midair collision ends a skydiving jump in Ritzville, Washington

During a scheduled group skydive near Ritzville, Washington, 70-year-old Randy Hubbs died and 52-year-old Nicole Klein was injured after colliding midair; weather was not a factor and 11 divers took part. The Adams County Sheriff's Office is investigating; Skydive West Plains said both jumpers were experienced (Hubbs ~800 jumps, Klein ~900) and expressed condolences as Klein recovers from a hip injury.

via CBS News|

#investigation #local-news #midair-collision

us-news3 months ago•35 min saved

Fatal midair collision ends Washington group skydive

A skydiver was killed after a midair collision with another jumper during a group jump in Washington state; officials are investigating the incident, with no immediate details on the condition of the other jumper.

via Yahoo|

#group-jump #investigation #midair-collision

defense3 months ago•3 min saved

Navy Growlers eject after midair collision at Idaho air show

Four naval aviators ejected safely after two E/A-18G Growlers from VAQ-129 collided midair during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show near Mountain Home AFB in Idaho; both jets crashed but all crew members parachuted to the ground and are being evaluated by medical personnel as first responders secured the scene.

via Task & Purpose|

#air-show #defense #ea-18g-growler

military3 months ago•1 min saved

Four Navy Crewmembers Eject Safely After Midair Growler Collision at Idaho Air Show

Four crewmembers aboard EA-18G Growlers from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island survived a midair collision during the Mountain Home air show in Idaho as both jets crashed and exploded; all crew ejected safely, with one sustaining non-life-threatening injuries and others unharmed. The air show was canceled and the incident is under investigation, with wind gusts reported at the site.

via KOMO|

#air-show #ea-18g-growler #midair-collision

local3 months ago•2 min saved

Midair collision at Idaho air show triggers pilot ejections and swift response

A midair collision during the Gunfighter Skies air show at Mountain Home AFB forced four Navy pilots to eject from two E/A-18G Growlers; the pilots were later reported safe as rescue crews and responders battled a brush fire and secured the scene, with investigators launching a probe and attendees kept on base for safety.

via Idaho Statesman|

#air-show #idaho #local

world4 months ago•164 min saved

Phone distraction sparks midair F-15 collision over Daegu

Two South Korean F-15 fighter jets collided mid-air over Daegu after the pilots briefly used their phones to record video, causing more than $500,000 in damage; authorities say distraction played a role and an investigation is underway.

via The Daily Beast|

#aviation #distraction #korea

politics4 months ago•4 min saved

House backs tighter aviation safety rules after deadly midair crash

The House approved the ALERT Act 396-10 to require ADS-B In and other collision-avoidance tech for most aircraft, including military planes, by 2031, and to extend safety measures to helicopter routes and air-traffic-control training, in response to the January 2025 midair collision near Reagan National Airport. The bill, the House version contrasted with the Senate’s ROTOR Act, addresses some NTSB recommendations but victims’ families say it does not fully address all issues and budget/defense concerns raised by the Pentagon and lawmakers.

via CBS News|

#ads-b-in #alert-act #aviation-safety