Firefighting helicopter crashes near Yosemite, killing both pilots
Summary
Two helicopter pilots died when their firefighting helicopter crashed near Yosemite National Park while dropping water on a wildfire. The crash is under investigation by federal aviation authorities, and the pilots worked for a company contracted to assist with wildfires.Key Facts
- The crash happened Sunday near Ostrander Lake in Yosemite during firefighting efforts.
- Both pilots were the only people on board and worked for the company Precision.
- The helicopter was a Super Puma using a water bucket to fight the fire.
- The wildfire, called the Dome Fire, has burned about 4.7 square miles and is 15% contained.
- Around 580 people are battling the Dome Fire, which started on September 15 near Wawona, California.
- The names of the pilots have not been released yet.
- The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board will investigate the crash.
- This year, at least 14 people have died fighting wildfires in the U.S., including several helicopter-related incidents.
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