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Band News Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing in São Paulo With Crew Safe

The broadcaster says maintenance was current.

Overview

  • Band reported a loss of engine power, prompting the pilot to carry out a forced landing near Parque Novo Mundo by the Presidente Dutra highway.
  • The pilot and a cinematographer were reported to be well and underwent medical checks at Hospital Samaritano.
  • The aircraft sustained heavy damage during the landing, according to on-air remarks from Brasil Urgente.
  • Firefighters responded to the scene and the Military Police’s Águia 12 helicopter was activated.
  • Record’s Cidade Alerta reported the aircraft hit a truck during the landing, a detail not confirmed by Band.