Helicopter Crashes in Bay Near Miami, 1 Dead and 2 Critically Injured, Likely on Aerial Photography Mission - Thairath English

A helicopter crashed into Biscayne Bay near Miami, Florida, USA, causing one death and two people to be critically injured. Rescue teams and the Coast Guard quickly moved in to assist.

The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office reported that the helicopter accident occurred just before noon near Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, offshore from Key Biscayne.

The U.S. Coast Guard confirmed that there were three people on board the helicopter, including passengers and crew. One was reported dead, while the other two were critically injured and taken to a local emergency trauma center.

The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) stated that initial information suggests the Robinson R44 II helicopter may have been on an aerial photography mission at the time of the crash.

In addition to the Coast Guard, local fire departments from several agencies joined the rescue and response efforts. Investigations into the details and cause of the accident are ongoing.