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Medical Helicopter Crash Investigation: "Was Preventable"

admin — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 19:47:18 +0000

The Washington Post reported today, that a preliminary investigation into the November 14, 2009 Medical Helicopter Crash earlier this month which left three crew members dead was preventable. The report states that safety equipment that has been recommended by federal experts for years had not been installed in the helicopter which was owned and operated by Mountain LifeFlight in California. Medical helicopter crashes have resulted in more than 30 deaths in the last two years alone. The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board have maintained their positions on safety recommendation and industry standards, however, the requirements for commercial flights and private flights remain different.

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Medical Helicopter Accident near Reno; 3 killed

admin — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 15:42:59 +0000

This morning, a medical helicopter crashed near Reno at the California-Nevada border. The medical helicopter had just transported a patient to Renown Medical Center in Reno and was on its way back.

The three crew members who were on the flight were killed. The helicopter was owned and operated by Mountain Lifeflight out of Suzanville, California.

There can be many causes to helicopter accidents. Among them being mechanical failure, improper maintenance of the helicopter,pilot error and many other factors. If a loved one has been killed in a helicopter crash, it is important that you seek immediate help. An investigation must be started immediately to preserve necessary evidence into the cause of the crash.

Protect your legal rights and make sure that those who caused the crash are held responsible. Talk to a helicopter accident lawyer today.