US EditionHow a penguin caused a helicopter crash in South Africa
- A helicopter crash in South Africa was caused by a penguin in a cardboard box, according to the South African Civil Aviation Authority.
- As the helicopter was taking off, the box slid onto the pilot's controls, causing the helicopter to roll and crash.
- None of the occupants, including the penguin, were injured during the crash, as stated by the South African Civil Aviation Authority.
- The pilot failed to properly secure the penguin and did not include it in the risk assessment form, which created a dangerous situation.
55 Articles
55 Articles
Hot Air
UpstractTransportation Secretary Sean Duffy Be All Like 'Whew! Not My Penguin'
An escaped penguin recently caused a helicopter crash in South Africa, according to a report on the accident. The animal jumped onto the helicopter’s control system, causing it to plummet. Miraculously, no one was injured, including the penguin.
King Penguin Rescued In Argentina Returns To Sea - Videos from The Weather Channel
A King penguin found last year on a beach in Argentina was an unexpected visitor, since its home is usually in the subantarctic islands of the Southern Hemisphere. Rescuers with the Mundo Marino Foundation soon realized it was badly injured, so they spent months helping it recover. In this video you’ll not only get to see its rehabilitation, but its triumphant return to the open sea. - Videos from The Weather Channel
Pingvin, koji je bio samakan u kutiju i na krilu svetara, skliznuo je i oborio komande pilota nakon poletanja sa Bird Island kod Istočnog Kejpa 19. januara.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 54% of the sources lean Left
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
