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Helicopter Crash in Mojave Desert Leaves No Survivors

Six people were aboard the Eurocopter EC130 en route to Nevada; FAA and NTSB investigating the cause.

  • A helicopter carrying six people crashed in California's Mojave Desert near the Nevada border on Friday night, with no survivors found.
  • The helicopter, identified as a Eurocopter EC130, was en route from Palm Springs to Boulder City, Nevada.
  • Authorities have not been able to confirm the identities of those on board or the cause of the crash.
  • The FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident, with NTSB investigators arriving on Saturday.
  • The crash occurred in a remote area known for challenging weather conditions, including rain and snow around the time of the incident.
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