WBTV meteorologist Jason Myers and 20-year pilot Chip Tayag were found dead at the scene when a media helicopter spun out of control, crashing into the southbound side of Interstate 77, just outside of Charlotte, North Carolina.
Two people died Tuesday afternoon when a media helicopter spun out of control, crashing into the southbound side of Interstate 77, just outside of Charlotte, North Carolina.
meteorologist Jason Myers and 20-year pilot Chip Tayag were found dead at the scene, according to Charlotte-Mecklenburg police. “The family is grieving a terrible loss,” the station said in a statement. “We are working to comfort their families in this difficult time. We appreciate the outpouring of support for our staff and your continued prayers for their families.” The helicopter crashed into a grassy area on the side of the highway thanks to diversionary tactics performed by Tayag, police said, sparing vehicles on the road. “That pilot is a hero in my eyes,” said Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings.
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