The NTSB's preliminary report identifies September 15, 2026 as the date of the Chatsworth news-helicopter crash involving AS 350 B2 N358TV. Two occupants and one person on the ground died, while another ground injury was minor. The original document corrects an October 15 date appearing in secondary reporting.
Video captured changes in helicopter noise and intermittent and continuous warning horns during the final twenty-nine seconds, consistent with rotor-speed and other aural advisories. ADS-B showed a rapid descent during a right turn before impact and fire. These observations remain preliminary. The report does not establish mechanical failure, pilot actions or any other factor as the accident's probable cause.
