Pasadena Police Choppers Collide; 6 Injured

On November 17, at about 4:00 p.m. two Pasadena Police Helicopters were involved in an incident where their rotor blades were believed to have touched during a maneuver at the police heliport.

The air crews from both helicopters sustained minor injuries. Five police officers and 1 civilian observer were all transported to local area hospitals by the Pasadena Fire Department.

Both OH-58 aircraft sustained extensive damage.

The National Transportation Safety Board will conduct the investigation.