A Novant Health helicopter experienced mechanical issues during a flight, according to the Forsyth County Fire Division.On Saturday shortly after 10:30 a.m., Forsyth County Communications dispatched an alert response for a medical helicopter reporting mechanical difficulties en route to Smith Reynolds Airport.According to officials, the aircraft, identified as Novant Health AirLink 4, was carrying three personnel aboard when mechanical issues were reported in flight. Luckily, they were not transporting a patient. Emergency protocols were immediately followed and air traffic control coordinated with necessary agencies to ensure the quick arrival of emergency apparatus to the crash site. The helicopter landed safely without injuries to the crew or bystanders.Responding agencies included: • Forsyth County Fire Division • Mineral Springs Fire Department • Walkertown Fire Department • Winston-Salem Fire Department • Forsyth County Emergency Management • Forsyth County EMS • Forsyth County Sheriff's Office • Winston-Salem Police DepartmentDue to the nature of the incident involving an aircraft the NTSB (National Transportation Safety Board) will be handling the investigation.Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking hereSubscribe to WXII's free YouTube channel hereKeep up with the latest news and weather by downloading the WXII app here.NAVIGATE: Home | Weather | Watch NOWCAST TV | Local News | National | News We LoveTRENDING STORIES
FORSYTH COUNTY, N.C. —
A Novant Health helicopter experienced mechanical issues during a flight, according to the Forsyth County Fire Division.
On Saturday shortly after 10:30 a.m., Forsyth County Communications dispatched an alert response for a medical helicopter reporting mechanical difficulties en route to Smith Reynolds Airport.
According to officials, the aircraft, identified as Novant Health AirLink 4, was carrying three personnel aboard when mechanical issues were reported in flight. Luckily, they were not transporting a patient. Emergency protocols were immediately followed and air traffic control coordinated with necessary agencies to ensure the quick arrival of emergency apparatus to the crash site. The helicopter landed safely without injuries to the crew or bystanders.
Responding agencies included:
• Forsyth County Fire Division
• Mineral Springs Fire Department
• Walkertown Fire Department
• Winston-Salem Fire Department
• Forsyth County Emergency Management
• Forsyth County EMS
• Forsyth County Sheriff's Office
• Winston-Salem Police Department
Due to the nature of the incident involving an aircraft the NTSB (National Transportation Safety Board) will be handling the investigation.
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