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Helicopter Crash Sparks Reporter Search
16 Sep
Summary
- A news helicopter crashed while covering another accident.
- Aerial reporter Eliana Moreno and pilot George Marciniw are associated with the incident.
- There is no official confirmation if Moreno or Marciniw were aboard the aircraft.
A helicopter crash occurred in Chatsworth, Los Angeles, on September 15, drawing attention to aerial reporter Eliana Moreno and pilot George Marciniw. The aircraft went down while reportedly covering a separate accident involving a collision between an SUV and a Metro bus in the area.
This tragic incident led to three confirmed fatalities and one person injured. NBC News stated they were unable to reach their pilot or any potential passengers aboard the helicopter and had not yet confirmed if the aircraft belonged to them.
Eliana Moreno, an aerial photographer and reporter based in Los Angeles, works with NBC LA and Telemundo 52. Social media users expressed concern about her potential presence on the helicopter, with one user claiming to have heard her voice in pre-crash footage. However, no official confirmation has been provided.
George Marciniw, identified as a news pilot associated with Pacific Rotorways, is also linked to the incident. His company offers flight instruction and aerial photography services. While Marciniw is connected to the helicopter incident, official confirmation of his presence on the crashed aircraft has not been established.
