Tag: LifeFlight Wellington
-
Helicopter Crashes Near Mākara Beach; Pilot Airlifted to Wellington Hospital
Overview of the incident A helicopter crash near Mākara Beach early this morning prompted a rapid emergency response. The incident, first reported around 7:50am after an electronic location transmitter (ELT) alert, mobilised a multi-agency rescue operation. The LifeFlight Wellington rescue helicopter, equipped with medical staff, was dispatched to the scene and arrived at the beachside…
-
Makara Beach Helicopter Crash: Pilot Airlifted to Wellington Hospital
Incident Overview A helicopter crash occurred near Makara Beach in the early morning hours, prompting an immediate emergency response. The incident was first reported around 7:50am after an electronic location transmitter (ELT) alert was received by RCCNZ, triggering a coordinated rescue operation. The LifeFlight Wellington rescue helicopter, equipped with medical staff, was dispatched to the…