Two Pilots Die After Midair Helicopter Collision in New Jersey

Midair Helicopter Collision

• 💥 Two helicopters collided midair in southern New Jersey, resulting in the confirmed deaths of both pilots.
• 📍 The crash occurred around 11:30 AM yesterday, shortly after the helicopters took off from Hamilton Municipal Airport.
• 🗺️ The collision took place in the area of Basson Road and Route 206, approximately 1.5 miles from the airport.

Victims Identified

• 🧑‍✈️ The deceased pilots have been identified as 71-year-old Michael Greenberg of S, New Jersey, and 65-year-old Kenneth Kersch of Carese Point, New Jersey.
• 🚁 Investigators are documenting the wreckage, which landed in a location described by witnesses, before transporting the helicopters to a secure facility.

Investigation Underway

• 🔍 The NTSB is leading the investigation into the cause of the crash, focusing on how such an event could occur.
• 📝 Investigation efforts will include listening to recordings, determining flight paths, and inspecting maintenance records.
• 🤝 The FAA is assisting the NTSB with the investigation.

Witness Accounts

• 👂 Witnesses reported hearing the helicopters flying closely before the crash.
• 🆘 One witness described seeing a red helicopter on its side, with a man inside who was breathing and looking around, and provided comfort until emergency services arrived.