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Fireworks Go Off Dangerously Close to Military Helicopter at Seahawks-Bears Game
A four-helicopter Army flyover passed over Lumen Field as fireworks erupted below, with the Black Hawk continuing on unscathed, witnesses said.
- During Monday Night Football, The Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter narrowly avoided fireworks during the pre-match flyover at Lumen Field as the Seattle Seahawks faced the Chicago Bears.
- Pre-Match flyovers are common entertainment at Lumen Field, though this specific maneuver involved four helicopters passing over the 70,000-capacity venue in diamond formation before veering left.
- Observers highlighted the Black Hawk's reputation as a military 'workhorse,' with online users arguing the robust aircraft could easily withstand a direct firework hit. "I promise you that can take a direct hit from one of those fireworks with no issue," one wrote.
- Separately, Two Airlink Embraer E-Jets performed a low-level flyover at DHL Stadium in Cape Town ahead of the South Africa versus New Zealand Rugby match on Saturday.
- Airlink praised the 'spectacular scenes' and confirmed the crew operated within 'approved and rehearsed safety altitude and speed limits' during the Cape Town flyover, emphasizing careful planning and experienced crew.
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The NFL has barely escaped a disaster. Before the Seattle Seahawks' game against the Chicago Bears, the fireworks set off too early.
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Fireworks Go Off Dangerously Close to Military Helicopter at Seahawks-Bears Game
NFL pregame ceremonies are often arranged to give fans a breathtaking display before kickoff. But during the Seattle Seahawks‘ Week 8 matchup against the Chicago Bears, a frightening moment happened that caught everyone’s eye. What seemed like a routine military flyover at Lumen Field took a turn when fireworks exploded close to a U.S. Army […]
·Lewes, United States
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A Black Hawk helicopter was in danger in Seattle: before an NFL game, fireworks exploded near a military plane flying over the stadium. A video was made.
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