A helicopter, believed to be flying from Milton to Alexandra, came down north of Lawrence at 7.30am on Thursday. An investigation is underway after one person died in a helicopter crash in Otago. Rescue Co-ordination Centre NZ said the helicopter, believed to be flying from Milton to Alexandra, was reported missing about 5.30am. The helicopter involved is not a Robinson, which has come under scrutiny following a series of high-profile crashes. NZ TOPO MAP/SUPPLIED A helicopter flying between Milton and Alexandra crashed near Beaumont in Central Otago, killing the pilot.

Source: Stuff September 15, 2021 20:45 UTC