Deadly Skies: Where Safety Takes a Backseat in Busy Airspace The recent coroner's hearing into the fatal helicopter crash near Sea World on Australia's Gold Coast has highlighted the precarious world of aerial tourism, where safety is often sacrificed for convenience.
The case illustrates the risks inherent in relying on "see and avoid" protocols in congested airspace, where pilots must navigate complex traffic with limited support.
Former Sea World Helicopters pilot Scott Menzies painted a stark picture of the challenges faced by pilots operating in the busy skies around the theme park.