A tourist helicopter in Colombia crashed into a building moments after take-off, but all six people on board survived, according to reports.
The plane was carrying two pilots and four passengers when the accident occurred in strong winds in Medellin. ColombiaMonday night.
Within seconds of being in the air, the helicopter began to spin out of control and fell back toward the helipad on top of a building below.
Pictures taken after the passengers were rescued show the wreckage of the helicopter wedged between the building and the communications antenna.
The remainder of the aircraft was safely removed once the rescue operation was underway.
Only one person on board is said to need hospital treatment. Photo: Reuters
Local media reported that more than 70 emergency workers participated in the rescue operation, and it took an hour and a half to free the passengers.
El Colombiano added that while the pilot suffered a broken leg and lacerations to his body, the other five people sustained minor injuries that did not require hospital treatment.
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The tourists are believed to have booked a package deal that includes a 12-15 minute flight over Medellin and drinks at the aviation-themed Hangar M45 bar, which has a helipad above it.
Flights have been postponed indefinitely in light of the incident, and authorities are said to be investigating the cause of the accident.
