Live video 'most important evidence' in deadly news chopper crash, NTSB says
Summary
A news helicopter crashed in Chatsworth, Los Angeles, killing the reporter Eliana Moreno, pilot George Marciniw, and one person on the ground. Investigators consider live video from the helicopter before the crash to be key evidence in understanding what caused the accident.Key Facts
- The helicopter crashed during a news gathering mission in Chatsworth, a Los Angeles neighborhood.
- The crash killed two people inside the helicopter (reporter and pilot) and one person on the ground.
- A fourth person survived and was taken to the hospital.
- Live video from the helicopter showed shaking and alarms before the crash.
- Investigators are analyzing the video’s sound for clues about the helicopter's engine and warnings.
- The NTSB will release a preliminary crash report in 30 days; the full report may take up to 18 months.
- The helicopter was covering a fatal crash involving a Metro bus and an SUV nearby.
- The SUV driver is facing murder charges related to the earlier crash.
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