Helicopter pilot crashes in bid to look at crocodile

AN excited helicopter pilot crashed after swooping too low to look at a crocodile he had just spotted.

Helicopter pilot crashes in bid to look at crocodile

He escaped with cuts and bruises but his passenger suffered critical injuries in the accident on a remote beach near Darwin in Australia’s Northern Territory.

The pilot told rescuers he was flying along the beach from where the pair had camped when he turned to observe a crocodile and then crashed. After starting the turn the next thing he remembered was being upside down in the mud.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

More in this section

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited