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Pentagon misstated how Special Operations troops died off Cyprus last year

A U.S. Army helicopter crash during night target practice reveals misleading Pentagon statements about the incident, raising concerns over military operations in sensitive regions.
#aviation-safety

Multiple people dead after helicopter crash in Houston

A helicopter crash in Houston resulted in multiple fatalities, including a child.
Investigation by federal and local authorities is underway to determine the cause of the crash.

Mom of budding journalist killed in East River chopper crash wins record $116M in lawsuit

The mother of a journalist who drowned in a helicopter crash won a record $116 million lawsuit, highlighting dangers of doors-off tours.

Lights on tower hit in deadly Houston helicopter crash had history of not working: report

A helicopter crash in Houston raised concerns about malfunctioning aviation obstruction lights on a radio tower.

Helicopter Crash Near Volcano in Russia's Far East Kills at Least 17

A tourist helicopter crash in Kamchatka, Russia, resulted in 17 fatalities, with investigations into safety violations by the operating company ongoing.

Westmeath helicopter crash that claimed two lives occurred during training manoeuvre on dealing with engine failure in flight

The helicopter crash was linked to a training maneuver for engine failure management.

Multiple people dead after helicopter crash in Houston

A helicopter crash in Houston resulted in multiple fatalities, including a child.
Investigation by federal and local authorities is underway to determine the cause of the crash.

Mom of budding journalist killed in East River chopper crash wins record $116M in lawsuit

The mother of a journalist who drowned in a helicopter crash won a record $116 million lawsuit, highlighting dangers of doors-off tours.

Lights on tower hit in deadly Houston helicopter crash had history of not working: report

A helicopter crash in Houston raised concerns about malfunctioning aviation obstruction lights on a radio tower.

Helicopter Crash Near Volcano in Russia's Far East Kills at Least 17

A tourist helicopter crash in Kamchatka, Russia, resulted in 17 fatalities, with investigations into safety violations by the operating company ongoing.

Westmeath helicopter crash that claimed two lives occurred during training manoeuvre on dealing with engine failure in flight

The helicopter crash was linked to a training maneuver for engine failure management.
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#houston

Multiple Deaths After Helicopter Crashes Into Houston Radio Tower

A helicopter crash in Houston tragically resulted in multiple fatalities, including a child, after striking a radio tower.
The incident sparked significant fires and destruction but caused no ground casualties.

Helicopter crashes into Houston radio tower, killing multiple people

A helicopter crash in Houston resulted in multiple fatalities, including a child, with the potential for a much worse disaster mitigated by the crash site location.

Multiple Deaths After Helicopter Crashes Into Houston Radio Tower

A helicopter crash in Houston tragically resulted in multiple fatalities, including a child, after striking a radio tower.
The incident sparked significant fires and destruction but caused no ground casualties.

Helicopter crashes into Houston radio tower, killing multiple people

A helicopter crash in Houston resulted in multiple fatalities, including a child, with the potential for a much worse disaster mitigated by the crash site location.
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11 Horror Movies With Bone-Chilling Offscreen Incidents That Were Scarier Than The Films Themselves

The tragic helicopter accident during filming was a result of negligence, including violations of child labor laws and poor planning.
#safety-regulations

Jury awards $116M to the family of a passenger killed in a New York no-door helicopter crash

A jury awarded $116 million to a family after a fatal helicopter crash due to negligent safety measures and misleading information about escape procedures.

Jury Awards $116 Million to Family of Man Who Died in Helicopter Crash

The helicopter crash was caused by a malfunctioning safety harness, resulting in five passenger fatalities and a significant legal outcome.

Helicopter Crashes Off Hawaii Coast, Leaving 1 Dead and 2 Missing

A tour helicopter operated by Ali'i Kauai Air Tours crashed off Kauai, killing one and leaving two missing, sparking search operations by various authorities.

Training pilot injured after helicopter crash and rollover in Burlington, Ont., documents show | CBC News

Helicopter crash at Burlington Executive Airport with minor injuries to a training pilot due to landing gear failure.

Jury awards $116M to the family of a passenger killed in a New York no-door helicopter crash

A jury awarded $116 million to a family after a fatal helicopter crash due to negligent safety measures and misleading information about escape procedures.

Jury Awards $116 Million to Family of Man Who Died in Helicopter Crash

The helicopter crash was caused by a malfunctioning safety harness, resulting in five passenger fatalities and a significant legal outcome.

Helicopter Crashes Off Hawaii Coast, Leaving 1 Dead and 2 Missing

A tour helicopter operated by Ali'i Kauai Air Tours crashed off Kauai, killing one and leaving two missing, sparking search operations by various authorities.

Training pilot injured after helicopter crash and rollover in Burlington, Ont., documents show | CBC News

Helicopter crash at Burlington Executive Airport with minor injuries to a training pilot due to landing gear failure.
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#human-rights-violations

What to expect next after the sudden death of Iran's president

The death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian in a helicopter crash creates uncertainty in Iran's political succession.

El Salvador's Police Chief Dies in Helicopter Crash

The chief of El Salvador's national police died in a helicopter crash amid ongoing investigations into his role in the government's gang violence crackdown.

What to expect next after the sudden death of Iran's president

The death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian in a helicopter crash creates uncertainty in Iran's political succession.

El Salvador's Police Chief Dies in Helicopter Crash

The chief of El Salvador's national police died in a helicopter crash amid ongoing investigations into his role in the government's gang violence crackdown.
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#investigation

Royal Navy member dies after Merlin helicopter crashes into Channel

A Royal Navy member lost their life in a Merlin Mk4 helicopter crash during training exercises in the English Channel.

Helicopter with six people onboard crashes in San Bernardino County near Nevada border

A helicopter crashed in San Bernardino County, California, with six people on board.
The cause of the crash and the fate of the passengers are currently unknown.

Federal investigators looking at weather, other possible factors in fatal helicopter crash

Federal investigators are looking into weather conditions and downed power lines as possible factors in the helicopter crash that killed six people, including the CEO of Access Bank, one of the largest banks in Nigeria.
Witnesses reported that the crash occurred during rainy and wintry weather conditions, and investigators will be looking into maintenance records and air traffic control operations as well.

Helicopter crashes in Southern California's Mojave Desert, six missing

A helicopter carrying six people crashed near Baker, California.
The cause of the crash and the fate of the passengers is currently unknown.

Top Nigerian banker among 6 dead in California helicopter crash

A privately chartered helicopter crashed in California's Mojave Desert, killing all six people aboard, including a prominent Nigerian bank CEO.
The crash is currently under investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board, and the cause of the crash is yet to be determined.

Dark skies, bad weather could have led to fatal California helicopter crash that killed 6

Experts say the helicopter flight should have been canceled due to poor nighttime weather conditions.
The crash is currently under investigation, and the preliminary report will be released in the coming weeks.

Royal Navy member dies after Merlin helicopter crashes into Channel

A Royal Navy member lost their life in a Merlin Mk4 helicopter crash during training exercises in the English Channel.

Helicopter with six people onboard crashes in San Bernardino County near Nevada border

A helicopter crashed in San Bernardino County, California, with six people on board.
The cause of the crash and the fate of the passengers are currently unknown.

Federal investigators looking at weather, other possible factors in fatal helicopter crash

Federal investigators are looking into weather conditions and downed power lines as possible factors in the helicopter crash that killed six people, including the CEO of Access Bank, one of the largest banks in Nigeria.
Witnesses reported that the crash occurred during rainy and wintry weather conditions, and investigators will be looking into maintenance records and air traffic control operations as well.

Helicopter crashes in Southern California's Mojave Desert, six missing

A helicopter carrying six people crashed near Baker, California.
The cause of the crash and the fate of the passengers is currently unknown.

Top Nigerian banker among 6 dead in California helicopter crash

A privately chartered helicopter crashed in California's Mojave Desert, killing all six people aboard, including a prominent Nigerian bank CEO.
The crash is currently under investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board, and the cause of the crash is yet to be determined.

Dark skies, bad weather could have led to fatal California helicopter crash that killed 6

Experts say the helicopter flight should have been canceled due to poor nighttime weather conditions.
The crash is currently under investigation, and the preliminary report will be released in the coming weeks.
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#ebrahim-raisi

Iran's president dies in helicopter crash; Michael Cohen's cross-examination wraps up

President of Iran, Ebrahim Raisi, died in a helicopter crash, sparking speculation about his potential successor and the political implications of his death.

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, a hard-liner who crushed dissent, dies at 63

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, a potential successor to the supreme leader, died in a helicopter crash near the border with Azerbaijan.

Bad Weather Caused Helicopter Crash That Killed Iran's President, Report Says

The helicopter crash that killed Iran's president was mainly due to adverse weather, particularly dense fog, according to a final investigation report.

After Raisi, the Unendurable Endures

The helicopter crash involving Iranian president Raisi was likely an accident, not an assassination, and did not lead to escalation between Iran and Israel.

Iran probe finds bad weather caused ex-President Raisi's helicopter crash

The helicopter crash that killed Ebrahim Raisi was attributed to bad weather, specifically fog, with no evidence of sabotage found.

Iran's president dies in helicopter crash; Michael Cohen's cross-examination wraps up

President of Iran, Ebrahim Raisi, died in a helicopter crash, sparking speculation about his potential successor and the political implications of his death.

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, a hard-liner who crushed dissent, dies at 63

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, a potential successor to the supreme leader, died in a helicopter crash near the border with Azerbaijan.

Bad Weather Caused Helicopter Crash That Killed Iran's President, Report Says

The helicopter crash that killed Iran's president was mainly due to adverse weather, particularly dense fog, according to a final investigation report.

After Raisi, the Unendurable Endures

The helicopter crash involving Iranian president Raisi was likely an accident, not an assassination, and did not lead to escalation between Iran and Israel.

Iran probe finds bad weather caused ex-President Raisi's helicopter crash

The helicopter crash that killed Ebrahim Raisi was attributed to bad weather, specifically fog, with no evidence of sabotage found.
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#portugal

Portugal declares day of mourning after four die in helicopter crash

Portugal honors the victims of a tragic helicopter crash with a national day of mourning, emphasizing the sacrifice of those in emergency services.

Portugal: 4 dead after firefighter helicopter crash DW 08/30/2024

A helicopter crash in northern Portugal resulted in at least four fatalities and one missing person, with ongoing search efforts underway.

Portugal: 4 dead after firefighter helicopter crash DW 08/30/2024

A helicopter crash in northern Portugal resulted in four deaths and one missing person during a firefighting mission.

Portugal declares day of mourning after four die in helicopter crash

Portugal honors the victims of a tragic helicopter crash with a national day of mourning, emphasizing the sacrifice of those in emergency services.

Portugal: 4 dead after firefighter helicopter crash DW 08/30/2024

A helicopter crash in northern Portugal resulted in at least four fatalities and one missing person, with ongoing search efforts underway.

Portugal: 4 dead after firefighter helicopter crash DW 08/30/2024

A helicopter crash in northern Portugal resulted in four deaths and one missing person during a firefighting mission.
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Safety Agency Cites Lax Inspections and Federal Oversight in Deadly Helicopter Crash

Inadequate inspections and lax federal oversight contributed to the 2022 helicopter crash in West Virginia that killed six people.

Army Helicopter Crashes in Alabama, Killing One

A flight instructor died, and a student pilot was injured in a helicopter crash during training at Fort Novosel, Alabama military base.
The crash is part of a concerning trend of Army aviation mishaps, with multiple Class A accidents involving AH-64 Apache helicopters in recent years.
#iran

President Higgins offers sympathies to people of Iran after hard-line president Ebrahim Raisi killed in helicopter crash

Supreme Leader Khamenei approves First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber as interim president.

Russia-Ukraine war live: 11 die in Russian attack on Kharkiv lakeside resort and nearby villages

Putin expressed condolences for the death of Iranian president Raisi and highlighted his contributions to Russian-Iranian relations.

President Higgins offers sympathies to people of Iran after hard-line president Ebrahim Raisi killed in helicopter crash

Supreme Leader Khamenei approves First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber as interim president.

Russia-Ukraine war live: 11 die in Russian attack on Kharkiv lakeside resort and nearby villages

Putin expressed condolences for the death of Iranian president Raisi and highlighted his contributions to Russian-Iranian relations.
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New York State Trooper Among Those Killed in Military Helicopter Crash

Two National Guard members and a U.S. Border Patrol agent died in a helicopter crash near the U.S.-Mexico border.
The victims were part of a routine mission tracking the border with monitoring and detecting capabilities.

N.H. Marine among 5 killed in helicopter crash

"We have been confronted with a tragedy that is every service family's worst fear," said Lt. Col. Nicholas J. Harvey, commanding officer of the squadron.
#marine-corps

Five Marines killed in Southern California helicopter crash are identified

Five Marines were killed in a helicopter crash in the Cuyamaca Mountains during a heavy storm.
The helicopter involved in the crash was a Sikorski CH-53E Super Stallion, which had previously been involved in a fatal crash in Southern California six years ago.

5 Marines killed in helicopter crash identified as troops in their 20s

Five Marines were killed when their helicopter crashed during a storm in San Diego.
The Marines were assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361 and were all in their 20s.

Five Marines killed in Southern California helicopter crash are identified

Five Marines were killed in a helicopter crash in the Cuyamaca Mountains during a heavy storm.
The helicopter involved in the crash was a Sikorski CH-53E Super Stallion, which had previously been involved in a fatal crash in Southern California six years ago.

5 Marines killed in helicopter crash identified as troops in their 20s

Five Marines were killed when their helicopter crashed during a storm in San Diego.
The Marines were assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361 and were all in their 20s.
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5 Marines aboard helicopter that crashed outside San Diego are confirmed dead, military says

Five U.S. Marines died in a helicopter crash in San Diego during stormy weather.
This is the second fatal crash involving a Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion in Southern California in the last six years.
#miami

Helicopter that crashed near Miami dove into canal in 'near vertical descent,' report says

The helicopter that crashed in Miami broke into two with the tail landing far from the fuselage.
The daughter of the pilot survived the crash and tried to save her father.

Woman helped rescuers find her father after their chopper crashed in Miami-Dade canal

A 71-year-old pilot was killed and his daughter injured in a helicopter crash in Miami.
The crash occurred after 1 p.m. near Miami Executive Airport.

Helicopter that crashed near Miami dove into canal in 'near vertical descent,' report says

The helicopter that crashed in Miami broke into two with the tail landing far from the fuselage.
The pilot's daughter said the return flight was normal until the helicopter started spinning out of control.

Helicopter that crashed near Miami dove into canal in 'near vertical descent,' report says

The helicopter that crashed in Miami broke into two with the tail landing far from the fuselage.
The daughter of the pilot survived the crash and tried to save her father.

Woman helped rescuers find her father after their chopper crashed in Miami-Dade canal

A 71-year-old pilot was killed and his daughter injured in a helicopter crash in Miami.
The crash occurred after 1 p.m. near Miami Executive Airport.

Helicopter that crashed near Miami dove into canal in 'near vertical descent,' report says

The helicopter that crashed in Miami broke into two with the tail landing far from the fuselage.
The pilot's daughter said the return flight was normal until the helicopter started spinning out of control.
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#us-navy

US Navy helicopter crew survives crash into ocean in Southern California

A U.S. Navy helicopter crashed into the Pacific Ocean during a training exercise off Southern California, but all six crewmembers survived.
The cause of the crash is under investigation.

Crew rescued after Navy helicopter crashes into San Diego Bay

A U.S. Navy helicopter crashed into San Diego Bay during a training exercise.
All six crew members survived and were rescued from the water by a safety boat and the Coast Guard.

US Navy helicopter crew survives crash into ocean in Southern California

A U.S. Navy helicopter crashed into the Pacific Ocean during a training exercise off Southern California, but all six crewmembers survived.
The cause of the crash is under investigation.

Crew rescued after Navy helicopter crashes into San Diego Bay

A U.S. Navy helicopter crashed into San Diego Bay during a training exercise.
All six crew members survived and were rescued from the water by a safety boat and the Coast Guard.
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Parents of British tourist who died in Grand Canyon helicopter crash get 78m payout

The parents of a British tourist who died in a helicopter crash in the Grand Canyon in 2018 will receive a £78 million payout.
The settlement includes £19.3 million from the helicopter operator and £59.3 million from the helicopter manufacturer.
The parents plan to use a portion of the settlement money to promote helicopter safety and burn survivor support.

Taiwan top general killed in helicopter crash

Taiwan's top general, General Shen Yi-ming, has been confirmed dead after a helicopter crash in northern Taiwan.
The crash happened just days before Taiwan's presidential elections.

Tour helicopter crash in Hawaii kills 1; rescue operation underway

One person has died and two are missing after a helicopter crash in Kauai, Hawaii, belonging to a tour company.
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