Chopper Spins Uncontrollably into Palm Trees at Frequented California Beach
A chopper flying over a well-attended coastal shoreline unexpectedly commenced twirling uncontrollably, finally descending rapidly and smashing into a row of palm fronds as onlookers looked on.
Recordings posted online show the aircraft beginning to twirl above the beach then plunging in the direction of the edge of the coast, where it gets stuck among palm groves and a staircase close to the coastal road.
Rescue Operation Update
Local firefighters said five persons were rushed to the hospital involving a pair who were in the chopper and were ârescued from the debrisâ following the crash on Saturday.
Three individuals on the street were hurt. Details on their injuries were not immediately available.
The cause of the crash was not immediately released.
Event Association
Authorities mentioned the chopper was linked to an annual âCars with Coptersâ fundraising event set for Sunday.
