A helicopter spun out of control while taking off from an airport in Houston on Sunday, crashing into a parked plane, according to video of the incident.
The Robinson R44 helicopter was taking off from Pearland Regional Airport around 8:35 a.m. when it began to turn, FOX26 Houston reported, citing officials.
Only the pilot was on board when the helicopter circled through the air toward the small plane that was parked, according to the video.
The helicopter then rammed the plane and hit it several times with its propeller before the engine died, the video said.
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A Robinson R44 helicopter spun out of control while taking off from Pearland Regional Airport near Houston on Sunday morning. (Viral Press)
Many people were seen rushing to the helicopter to help the pilot, who officials said was unharmed.
It is not yet clear what caused the helicopter to crash during take off. The FAA is investigating. (Viral Press)
It is not clear what caused the helicopter to crash.
Several people rushed to help the helicopter pilot after the crash. Officials said the pilot was not injured. (Viral Press)
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The Federal Aviation Administration said it is investigating the incident.
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Pearland Regional Airport is located in Brazoria County, Texas, near Houston.
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