Aircraft Spins Uncontrollably into Palm Trees at Frequented California Beach
A helicopter soaring above a crowded California shoreline suddenly started spinning out of control, ultimately dropping height and crashing into a cluster of palm groves as spectators looked on.
Videos shared on the internet depict the aircraft beginning to twirl near the beach then falling near the perimeter of the coast, where it gets stuck amidst palm trees and a steps adjacent to the coastal road.
First Aid Information
Emergency responders stated five people were taken to hospital comprising two who were in the aircraft and were “extracted safely from the crash site” subsequent to the crash on the weekend.
Three individuals on the road were injured. Information on their wounds were not yet released.
What led to the incident was still under investigation.
Planned Function
Officials mentioned the aircraft was connected to an annual “Cars with Copters” charity gathering scheduled for the following day.
