Helicopter Crash at Cairns Hotel Kills Pilot, Evacuates 400

Aug 11, 2024, 10:08 PM

A helicopter crashed into the roof of the Double Tree Hotel by Hilton in Cairns, Australia, in the early hours of Monday morning, resulting in the death of the pilot. The crash sparked a massive fireball and led to the evacuation of up to 400 guests and staff from the hotel. The incident created a significant exclusion zone around the area as emergency services responded to the scene. Two hotel guests were injured in the crash.