DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Federal officials are investigating a mid-air collision between a tour helicopter and a drone.
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The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office posted photos showing the damage.
Deputies said the collision happened near the Daytona Beach Flea Market on Saturday.
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They said it caused $60,000 worth of damage.
The helicopter pilot told deputies they saw the drone but couldn’t avoid hitting it.
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The drone was destroyed.
The National Transportation Safety Board and Federal Aviation Administration were notified.
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