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Los Angeles Times
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Catalina helicopter rescue ends in tragedy
A helicopter crash off Catalina Island resulted in the deaths of a medevac nurse and the helicopter pilot, with a third passenger still missing. The accident occurred after the helicopter departed from Pebbly Beach during night hours, facing risks associated with over-water night flying and the island’s challenging terrain. The crash highlights ongoing concerns about the safety of air ambulance operations from Catalina Island, which is necessary due to the island’s remote location and limited medical facilities.
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