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2 hospitalized following helicopter crash in Florida

By Sara Filips,

2024-03-25

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TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Two people are hospitalized following a helicopter crash in the Florida Keys on Sunday, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.

The small ultralight aircraft crashed when it took off from a private airport Sunday afternoon.

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According to NBC affiliate WTVJ , the aircraft is a two-seater Autogyro helicopter.

Officials said the two people on board were taken in stable condition for treatment of their minor injuries.

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Monroe County Sheriff’s Office

The Florida Highway Patrol will be taking over the investigation.

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