Helicopter Crashes in Islamorada FL

What: G & S Helicopters Inc. Robinson R22 Beta II
Where: Robbie’s Marina , Indian Key State Park, Islamorada Florida
When: 2:30 p.m. Nov 30 2009
Who: pilot
Why: The pilot made an emergency landing on an island to inspect his plane. When he checked the tail rotor, the helicopter lifted off without him, at which point he tried to get back in but fell. The helicopter continued up about 70 feet before it crashed.

The pilot received doctor’s care for his broken arm, after being rescued by a boat from a local marina.

I’ve heard of people getting out of their car while it was running…But…a helicopter?

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