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NTSB: Radio Contact Was Established Before Fatal Pennsylvania Midair Collision

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The NTSB said radio contact was established before a Cessna collided with a state patrol helicopter near Carlisle Airport in Pennsylvania. The Cessna pilot was killed, while two occupants of the helicopter were injured, prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the midair collision.

Discovered 2026-09-08T07:05:54.873974-07:00 | 2026-09-08T07:05:54.873974-07:00

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  • The collision resulted in one fatality and two injuries, underscoring the consequences of breakdowns or failures in midair traffic separation.
  • The NTSB’s confirmation that radio contact was established before the crash makes communications, situational awareness and traffic coordination key areas of the investigation.

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