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Skycrane Crash in Utah Fire | Salt Lake City News
A Sikorsky CH-54A Skycrane, just 23 minutes into a wildfire suppression mission in Utah, crashed during a right turn, killing pilots Miles Elliott and Chris Andersen. The helicopter, en route to drop water on a 100,000-acre blaze, vanished behind terrain after transmitting “we have a problem” and a final “Mayday.” The NTSB confirms the crash occurred into rising ground, with wreckage later consumed by fire. While some parts are recovered for analysis, the full cause remains under investigation as crews await safer conditions to retrieve more debris. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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