On Friday afternoon a small helicopter type Robinson R44 emergency landing on the roadway in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles. During the hard landing injured the pilot and three passengers in the aircraft: man, woman, and teenager.
According to the fire Department, the incident occurred shortly after noon near the intersection Wallaart drive and noble Avenue. The victims had been taken to a medical facility with minor injuries. They were all able to move independently.
The helicopter touched the fencing of one of the local yards, but all the surrounding buildings remained intact.
In connection with the incident, police blocked the section of Wallaart drive between Sepulveda Boulevard and noble Avenue.
Failed Robinson R44 helicopter registered in the National service, in nearby van NUYS. The organization provides helicopters for private flights and aerial filming.
