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Accident quick facts
Accident date
2026-09-15
Local time
around 19:00
Location
Chatsworth, Los Angeles, California
Aircraft
Eurocopter AS350
People on board
2
Report status
Investigation Ongoing
What happened
On September 15, 2026, a Eurocopter AS350 helicopter crashed in the Chatsworth neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, around 7 p.m. local time.
Aircraft and flight information
The helicopter involved was a Eurocopter AS350 with two people onboard. Further details about the flight origin, destination, and operator have not been disclosed.
Emergency response
Information about injuries or emergency response efforts has not been released. Local authorities and emergency services responded to the crash site.
Investigation status
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating the accident. The NTSB is leading the investigation and will provide updates as they become available.
What officials and reports have confirmed
Eurocopter AS350 helicopter crashed in Chatsworth, Los Angeles on September 15, 2026 [1]