FAA investigating helicopter crash in Blount County

FAA investigating helicopter crash in Blount County

Authorities are investigating a helicopter crash in Blount County.

The Blount County Sheriff’s Office responded to the crash near Walland yesterday afternoon.

The Federal Aviation Administration says the helicopter made an emergency landing in a field after the pilot reported engine issues. There were six people on board and all passengers and the pilot were safe.

The FAA is handling the investigation.

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FAA investigating helicopter crash in Blount County

FAA investigating helicopter crash in Blount County

Authorities are investigating a helicopter crash in Blount County.

The Blount County Sheriff’s Office responded to the crash near Walland yesterday afternoon.

The Federal Aviation Administration says the helicopter made an emergency landing in a field after the pilot reported engine issues. There were six people on board and all passengers and the pilot were safe.

The FAA is handling the investigation.