"The helicopter crashed off the coast of Kauai just before 5 p.m., the Federal Aviation Administration said. The National Transportation Safety Board said Friday that it was investigating the crash of the Hughes/MD 500 helicopter."
"Officials identified the helicopter as being operated by Airborne Aviation, a helicopter company that does sightseeing tours of Kauai's canyons, shoreline and waterfalls."
"Derek Kawakami, mayor of Kauai, thanked the coordinated efforts of the U.S. Coast Guard and local police, fire and safety agencies, stating, 'Here on Kauai, whenever somebody puts their feet on our soil, they're one of ours.'"
A helicopter carrying one pilot and four passengers crashed at Kalalau Beach in Kauai, Hawaii, killing three individuals and injuring two others. The crash occurred just before 5 p.m. and is under investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board. The helicopter was operated by Airborne Aviation, known for its sightseeing tours. Local officials praised the response efforts of the U.S. Coast Guard and emergency services, emphasizing the community's commitment to treating visitors as family.
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