Fatal Helicopter Crash Claims Lives of Medical Evac Team in Oklahoma

Three crew members of a medical helicopter operated by Air Evac Lifeteam died in a crash in Oklahoma after completing a patient transfer in Oklahoma City. The crew lost contact with the company's control center while returning to their base in Weatherford, and the helicopter, a Bell B06, crashed around midnight. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the crash, which will involve examining various factors including air traffic control communications, radar data, weather reports, and the pilot's background. Air Evac Lifeteam operates numerous helicopter air ambulance bases across the U.S., with the majority of its patient transports originating from rural areas.