Hawaii helicopter crash leaves three dead and two more injured

27 Mar 2026 • 6:38 PM MYT
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  • A helicopter crash on Thursday afternoon on a remote beach in Kauai, Hawaii, resulted in three fatalities and two injuries.
  • The incident occurred at Kalalau Beach on the Na Pali Coast, a popular area for helicopter tours due to its scenic cliffs and waterfalls.
  • The helicopter was carrying a total of five individuals: one pilot and four passengers.
  • Officials identified the aircraft as being operated by Airborne Aviation.
  • The two injured individuals were transported to Wilcox Medical Center for treatment following the crash.

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