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Three dead after helicopter crash in Hawaii

Three dead after helicopter crash in Hawaii

Summary

Three people died after a helicopter operated by Airborne Aviation crashed near Kalalau beach in Hawaii. The helicopter had one pilot and four passengers onboard, with two survivors taken to a hospital. Authorities have not released the victims' names, and the crash comes after another fatal helicopter accident on the island earlier.

Key Facts

  • A helicopter crash in Hawaii killed three people.
  • The crash happened near Kalalau beach on the island of Kauai.
  • The helicopter was carrying one pilot and four passengers.
  • Two people survived and were treated at a hospital.
  • Airborne Aviation operated the helicopter and offers tours of Kauai.
  • The helicopter crash-landed about 100 yards off the beach.
  • Authorities have not identified the victims.
  • Another fatal helicopter crash happened on Kauai in July 2024.

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