From California Post · · 50s
Third NBC helicopter crash victim identified
NBC news helicopter crashes near LA bus accident, killing three
In brief
NBC news helicopter crashes near LA bus accident, killing three A 29-year-old NBC reporter and pilot died in a helicopter crash near a bus crash in Los Angeles. Originally reported by California Post.
Third victim identified
Officials confirmed 29-year-old Edy Gutierrez Mejia died in the NBC news helicopter crash.
“Edy Gutierrez Mejia, 29, was identified as the third victim killed in the news helicopter crash.”
Crash details
The helicopter crashed near a bus accident in Chatsworth, killing two NBC staff members and a pilot.
Crash scene
Firefighters extinguished flames from the crashed helicopter and burning cars at the scene.
Investigation underway
Federal investigators are examining the crash, with the National Transportation Safety Board leading the probe.
Witness account
A veteran pilot reported audio signs of engine failure before the helicopter crashed.
“If you listen, you could hear the low rotor RPM annunciator horn going off. You could also hear the engine rev down. This was an engine failure, and slow response into entering an auto -rotation by PiC. No survivors.”
What to remember
A 29-year-old NBC reporter and pilot died in a helicopter crash near a bus crash in Los Angeles.
