Helicopter Accidents

Posted in Helicopter Accidents on February 20, 2017

Unfortunately, helicopters crash far too often. Many reasons are unknown until an official investigation is completed. Passengers involved in a deadly helicopter accident that occurred last week over Lake Wallace have been identified as a Center, Texas couple. The aircraft was reportedly headed for Center, Texas when it ended up in the south side of Wallace Lake in… read more

Posted in Helicopter Accidents on January 17, 2017

Weather can have a major impact on how a helicopter handles its flight. Bad weather conditions can jeopardize the safety of a helicopter, so it’s important for pilots to be aware of the conditions that can make flying dangerous. A safe flight requires good weather conditions, but weather can change quickly, so it is also important… read more

Posted in Helicopter Accidents on December 15, 2016

Helicopters are thought to be one of the most dangerous forms of transportation available. Hundreds of helicopter accidents occur each year. Luckily, advancements and extra training is being provided to the helicopter industry each year, making them safer. Helicopter accidents are usually preventable and knowing the most common causes of these accidents can lead to… read more

Posted in Helicopter Accidents, injury accident lawyer on December 9, 2016

Helicopters tend to have a bad reputation. With so many uses for helicopters today, ranging from filming, tourists attractions and quick transportation, it’s important that they gradually become safer all the time. You shouldn’t feel like you’re risking your life just to get a tour of the Grand Canyon. So exactly how safe are helicopters? Should… read more

Posted in Helicopter Accidents, injury accident lawyer, injury liability on November 20, 2016

Helicopters are complex machines, but preventing accidents can be fairly simple. The International Helicopter Safety Team found that helicopter accidents and injuries can be prevented by improving four factors: equipment, training, safety management and maintenance. Preventing Helicopter Accidents Update Equipment  One great way to avoid helicopter accidents is to install a cockpit recording device. Recording equipment can… read more

Posted in Helicopter Accidents on October 27, 2016

In some sense, everything in life is dangerous. It’s possible to be hurt or killed when driving a car, playing a sport, walking down some stairs, and even walking through a grocery store. Certain things carry a bit of extra danger with them, though, and flying through the air certainly is one of them. As… read more

Posted in Helicopter Accidents on October 5, 2016

It doesn’t really matter what vehicle you find yourself in; regular maintenance is absolutely crucial to avoid problems. For passenger vehicles, such as cars or motorcycles, failing to perform regular maintenance can have the effect of engine/tire/component failure, leaving individuals stranded on the side of the road waiting for help. For some other vehicles, though,… read more

Posted in Helicopter Accidents, Wrongful Death on September 14, 2016

Helicopters have been through some of the worst and most numerous aviation accidents in history. Luckily, helicopter manufacturers and operators today work extremely hard to ensure the safety of helicopter flights and the implementation of safety into the design continues to lessen the amount of tragic helicopter accidents. The history of helicopter accidents Helicopters first… read more

Posted in Helicopter Accidents on August 11, 2016

Just like anything flying in the sky, weather has a major impact on how a helicopter handles its flight. Bad weather conditions can jeopardize the safety of a helicopter, so it’s important for pilots to be aware of the conditions. A safe flight requires good weather conditions, but weather can change quickly, so it is… read more

Posted in Helicopter Accidents on April 18, 2016

Helicopter rides can be fun and exciting and even luxurious at times. But helicopters can also be dangerous, and fatal accidents happen every year. Although helicopters have occasional accidents, you don’t have to let that stop you from riding in one. Helicopter accidents are usually preventable and knowing the most common causes of these accidents… read more