Air tour helicopter crash in Houston results in death of 4 people

A tragic helicopter crash occurred in Houston on Sunday, killing all four people on board and causing a fire below. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the accident, which involved a Robinson R44 helicopter on an air tour flight. The identities of the victims, including a child, have not been released. The helicopter struck a guyed tower, causing it to crash and leading to debris covering about 4 acres of land. Despite damage to vehicles on the ground, no one else was injured in the incident. The tower, which was acquired by SBA Communications recently, had a notice to air missions warning pilots of its presence. Authorities are being meticulous in their investigation of the wreckage, which is a complex scene. Although a tragic event, officials are thankful that the outcome was not more disastrous. The helicopter had taken off from Ellington Airport in Houston before the crash occurred. The NTSB has extended condolences to the families and friends of the victims and is working to determine the cause of the accident.

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