Carlisle Airport crash: Videos emerge after Pennsylvania State Police helicopter and small plane collide; watch

On Wednesday afternoon, a collision occurred at Carlisle Airport in Pennsylvania's Cumberland County between a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter and a small plane. Videos captured the tragic scene as first responders arrived to assist at the crash site. The Carlisle Airport was subsequently shut down to facilitate the rescue operation.

Local NBC affiliate WJAC reported that the Pennsylvania State Police helicopter was found in debris following the crash. According to police scanner audio, the Cumberland County coroner was dispatched to the scene, suggesting fatalities. At present, no details regarding the injuries have been officially disclosed.

Additional footage showed a large number of emergency personnel and first responders gathered at the crash site. The debris from the crashed state police helicopter was observed on the ground near the runway with its tail significantly damaged. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) provided an update on the incident, stating that the helicopter involved was a Bell 407 belonging to the Pennsylvania State Police, while the small plane was a Cessna 150.

The crash took place around 7:50pm EDT. The FAA further stated that there were two individuals on board the Pennsylvania State Police helicopter, although the exact number of passengers in the Cessna remains unknown.

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro was briefed about the crash and is expected to visit the airport as rescue operations continue. Governor Shapiro expressed his condolences, stating that he and his family are praying for the victims and asking all Pennsylvanians to join them in their prayers. Carlisle Airport primarily serves general aviation, private flights, flight training, and occasional special events or military operations.

There are no commercial flights operating from the airport. Shamik, a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times, reported on the incident.