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Bell 407 helicopter crashes on U.S. Interstate 10; pilot receives fatal injuries

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On 14 December, a Bell 407 helicopter (registered N150AS) crashed on the eastbound carriageway of the Bonnet Carré Spillway Bridge on Interstate 10, United States. Shortly before the crash, the aircraft was observed flying low, consistent with low cloud base and low visibility at the time. 

The Bell 407 then took out some power lines, causing 20,000 people to be without electricity. The helicopter was on fire post impact and completely burned out, as seen in the footage below. Local press report the pilot was the only person on board, and received fatal injuries.

 

This post was published on 17 December 2021 17:50

Bart Noëth

Working for 25 years in the aviation industry, I changed my career and became a firefighter/EMT in 2021. I like to spend my free time with my two sons, girlfriend, family and friends. I love to travel, wine and dine and support my favourite football squad KV Mechelen. Once an Ironman 70.3 finisher and dreaming of completing a full distance.

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