Video Captures Helicopter Crash Behind Restaurant in United States
- A red helicopter crash-landed behind a waterfront restaurant in Clay Township, Michigan, shocking diners and nearby boaters on Sunday
- Captured in a TikTok video, the aircraft was seen flipping violently after a failed landing attempt near Cabana Blue
- No injuries were confirmed, but the number of passengers and cause of the crash remain unknown
A dramatic TikTok video captured the heart-stopping moment a red helicopter crash-landed behind a waterfront restaurant in Clay Township on Sunday, sending nearby bystanders into a panic.
The footage shows the aircraft descending in what appears to be a routine landing attempt near Cabana Blue restaurant before violently flipping and slamming into the ground.
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A massive plume of dust and debris filled the air, obscuring the crash site and prompting immediate reactions from stunned witnesses.
Screams of “Oh my God” echoed in the background as weekend boaters and restaurant-goers watched in disbelief. A woman, visibly shaken, asked the person filming, “You got that on video?” to which he replied, “I did. Is he OK?” The video cuts out moments later as the pair appear to consider heading to the crash site to check on any passengers.
According to a report from Click On Detroit, no injuries were confirmed at the scene.
However, the number of occupants aboard the helicopter and the cause of the crash remain unclear.
Clay Township police did not immediately respond to requests for comment from medial.
The incident, which occurred in broad daylight and in view of numerous bystanders, has sparked widespread attention on social media, with viewers praising the quick thinking of witnesses and questioning what led to the near-tragic event.
See the video below:
Helicopter crash in 2025
In 2025, the United States witnessed several high-profile helicopter crashes, sparking renewed scrutiny over aviation safety.
One notable incident occurred in Clay Township, Michigan, where a red Eurocopter EC-130 carrying four people crash-landed behind the Cabana Blue restaurant.
Dramatic footage captured the aircraft tipping over during landing, with its rotor blades striking the ground. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, though the cause remains under investigation.
Another tragic event unfolded on April 10, when a Bell 206 LongRanger IV sightseeing helicopter crashed into the Hudson River near Jersey City, New Jersey.
All six occupants, including a Spanish family of five and the pilot, were killed. The aircraft reportedly broke apart mid-air before plunging into the river, prompting a multi-agency recovery operation.
These incidents, among others, have intensified public concern and prompted calls for stricter oversight of both commercial and private helicopter operations across the country.
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Helicopter carrying 2 people crashes
Legit.ng earlier reported that a R44 helicopter carrying two people crashed at Moorabbin Airport, Melbourne, on April 17, minutes after takeoff, leaving one occupant injured.
The incident occurred at approximately 2.30pm local time (4.30am GMT) during a training operation, with the aircraft reaching an altitude of 750 feet before coming down near the runway.
According to Independent UK, rescue teams swiftly pulled both individuals from the wreckage, with one person suffering minor injuries and taken to The Alfred hospital for further treatment.
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