Helicopter Crash in Southern California
A Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper helicopter crashed in Southern California on Thursday evening, resulting in the death of one pilot and injuring another.
The helicopter, assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 369, was on a routine training flight when it suffered an aviation mishap just after 7 p.m.
- The crash occurred near Imperial Gables, a remote part of southeastern California.
- Emergency crews transported one pilot to Pioneers Memorial Hospital in Brawley, California, where the Marine was confirmed to have died.
The 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing announced the incident on Friday afternoon.
No further details were provided on the cause of the crash.
Author's summary: A Marine helicopter crash in California leaves one dead.