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1 Dead, 2 Injured in Helicopter Crash Near Miami Executive

U.S. Coast Guard says one person killed and two other passengers transported to receive ‘higher level of care.’

Robinson R44 II helicopter
The FAA said the aircraft involved in the accident was a Robinson R44 helicopter. [Credit: Robinson Helicopter]
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Key Takeaways:

  • A Robinson R44 helicopter crashed into Biscayne Bay near Miami, Florida, on Wednesday morning, resulting in one fatality and two critical injuries.
  • The helicopter was chartered for filming boats, and its wreckage remains submerged as emergency services responded to the scene.
  • The FAA and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will lead the investigation into the cause of the accident.
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Updated Wednesday, November 4, at 4:07 p.m. EST.

One person was reported dead and two others injured after a helicopter crashed into Biscayne Bay near Miami Executive Airport (KTMB) in Florida on Wednesday morning.

Jack Daleo

Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.

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