Bad weather hinders search for helicopter with singer Rick; thermal drone used
As of early Tuesday morning, the Santa Catarina Military Fire Department (CBMSC) reported that the aircraft had not been located.
TL;DR
- Search operations for a missing helicopter in Santa Catarina are being hampered by severe weather.
- The helicopter was carrying singer Rick, businessman Bruno Avelar, a videomaker, and the pilot.
- Drones, including thermal drones, and specialized search dogs have been deployed.
- Bad weather has caused issues like submerged bridges and fallen trees, obstructing ground access.
- A cellphone signal provided a last known location, expanding the search area.
- The helicopter, a Bell 430, disappeared on Monday afternoon.
- The aircraft's registration is in normal status with the ANAC, with its operational certification valid until August 2027.