Helicopter Hits Transmission Line in Heavy Fog Causing Pilot Fatality on I-10

On Tuesday, December 14, 2021, a helicopter crashed on the Interstate 10 bridge over the Bonnett Carre Spillway during fog after clipping an Entergy Louisiana transmission line. The pilot, Jason Hawley, was pronounced dead at the scene. The accident briefly cut electricity to over 20,000 customers in Kenner and Metairie and caused a multi-parish traffic jam on I-10. The Bell 407 chopper was headed from Gonzales to Lakefront Airport in New Orleans to pick up passengers that afternoon.

The National Transportation Safety Board will take the lead on the crash investigation with assistance from the Federal Aviation Administration.

Broussard, David & Moroux extends their condolences to Jason Hawley’s family and friends. Broussard, David & Moroux also wants to remind all pilots to take the necessary precautions that are needed during bad weather.

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