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Helicopter in deadly Chatsworth crash identified as NBCLA, Telemundo 52 chopper

Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · As published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) · September 15, 2026 · 1 min read

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A helicopter crash resulted in fatalities and injuries. Three people died and one person was taken to a hospital. The helicopter, identified as NewsChopper4, was involved in a fiery crash. It was operated by Angel City Air and used by NBCLA and Telemundo 52.

The crash caused a fire that damaged vehicles and storage containers in the surrounding area. Multiple news helicopters were in the area, reporting on a separate incident involving a Metro bus.

Further details about the crash are expected to be released as more information becomes available.

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Source published	Sep 15, 2026
Indexed here	Sep 16, 2026
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