Several hospitalized after hard landing at Boulder City Airport

First responders assess the scene of a hard landing involving a tour helicopter at the Boulder City Airport on December 27th, 2022
Boulder City Airport Photo credit City of Boulder City

Las Vegas, NV (KXNT) – Seven people were hospitalized after the tour helicopter they were on suffered what was termed a “hard landing” at the Boulder City Airport on Wednesday afternoon.

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According to a press release from the city of Boulder City, all the injuries suffered by the pilot and his six passengers were considered non-life-threatening.

They were transported to Sunrise Hospital and Siena Hospital for treatment.

The National Transportation Safety Board will now investigate what caused the hard landing.

Featured Image Photo Credit: City of Boulder City