Incident Overview
A helicopter engaged in filming operations for a video production company was making passes along a river. On the third pass, the aircraft flew at an altitude between 50 and 100 feet and struck electrical transmission lines that spanned the river. Following the wire impact, the helicopter continued in the same direction, shaking and spinning to the right before impacting the ground.
Witness Observations
Witnesses reported that the wires were difficult to see because of foliage on the canyon walls. The helicopter was not equipped with wire cutters.
Aircraft and Operational Details
The specific type, registration, and operator of the helicopter were not disclosed in the source. The incident occurred during daylight hours, though the exact time of day was unspecified. No information regarding the number of occupants, injuries, or extent of damage was provided.
Summary
The helicopter struck power lines while filming at low altitude along a river. The wires were partially obscured by vegetation.