NIPTON, Calif. – A tragic helicopter crash occurred Friday night near the California and Nevada border in eastern San Bernardino County, claiming the lives of all six individuals on board. The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department confirmed that no survivors were found at the crash site, located near Nipton on the edge of the Mojave Desert Preserve.
The helicopter, identified as a Eurocopter EC 130, went down at approximately 10 p.m., according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The crash site was situated east of the 15 Freeway near Halloran Springs Road. The aircraft is registered to Orbic Air, a tour company based in Burbank. The company has not issued any statements regarding the incident.
As investigations into the cause of the crash continue, details surrounding what led to the tragic event were not immediately available. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and FAA will be conducting a thorough examination to determine the factors contributing to the helicopter’s crash.
The Nipton and surrounding communities were left in shock and mourning as news of the crash spread throughout the region. The loss of lives in the aviation accident has deeply impacted the local community and the aviation industry as a whole.
Safety remains a top concern for aviation authorities, who are dedicated to identifying any potential issues that may have led to the devastating crash. The NTSB and FAA are expected to release updates on their findings as the investigation progresses. We offer our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones affected by this tragic event.