Alan Diehl, formerly with the FAA and NTSB, explains the process for investigating a deadly helicopter crash.

Two people were killed in a helicopter crash along Interstate 77 in south Charlotte Tuesday afternoon, officials confirmed.

The crash happened around noon between Tyvola Road and Nations Ford Road along the southbound side of I-77. Medic confirmed both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.

Heavy traffic is stacked up on the southbound lanes of I-77 between Tyvola Road and Nations Ford Road.

WCNC Charlotte confirmed the helicopter is a 1999 Robinson R44.

All lanes on I-77 near the crash are blocked while crews respond to the incident. CMPD has closed multiple ramps onto I-77 near the crash. Drivers should avoid the area at this time. Authorities said they expect I-77 in that area will be closed until midnight.

WHAT WE KNOW
2 people were pronounced dead at the scene
The helicopter was a 1999 Robinson R44
CMPD is blocking access to I-77 near the scene

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