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Helicopter Pilot, Passenger 'Jump' And Survive

Deep Snow Cushioned Fall To The Ground

We're not sure how much of this to believe, but a French helicopter pilot and his 63-year-old passenger are reported to have escaped serious injury when they jumped from the aircraft just before it impacted the side of a mountain. Both escaped with minor cuts and bruises.

Multiple media sources cite a French Info radio report indicating that a dense fog formed as the unnamed pilot and passenger were flying to the city of Valance in southeastern France. When the pilot realized they were about to fly into the mountainside, he forced the passenger to jump, then bailed out himself. The helo impacted terrain moments later.

The accident occured near a ski resort between the towns of Grenoble and Valance.  Fortunately for the two unintentional daredevils, they fell into about three feet of snow, and escaped with only minor injuries. The pilot went and got help, and both were taken to a hospital for observation.

FMI: www.bea.aero/en/index.php

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