Crime & Safety
Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing In Upper Dublin Twp.
Upper Dublin Township officials said that the pilot noticed a warning light mid-flight. It landed in a school parking lot, officials said.
UPPER DUBLIN TOWNSHIP, PA —A helicopter made a mandatory, emergency landing in the rear parking lot of Sandy Run Middle School on Friday.
The helicopter, contracted through NBC10, was required to land due to a warning light the pilot received mid-flight. A typical landing was made.
No one was injured, township officials said.
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A mechanic is on the way to evaluate and fix the helicopter. The intention is for the aircraft to fly out within 2 hours. It will be required for it to hover above ground at about five feet (5') for 20 minutes before it is permitted to take off. If the issue persists and it is not safe to fly, the helicopter will be trailered off of the scene.
If you hear or see the helicopter, please do not be alarmed. The fire company and police department are on the scene and the situation is under control.
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Please call the non-emergency Police Department line with any questions at 215-646-2101.
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