What Caused Helicopter Crash Kobe?

While the cause of the helicopter crash that killed NBA star Kobe Bryant has yet to be determined, newly released information shows the pilot appears to be have been disoriented by the weather conditions, even telling air traffic control he was climbing in altitude when he was actually descending.

What happened to helicopter in Kobe crash?

Investigators say the helicopter was falling at such a fast rate, it would have been impossible for the pilot to successfully land it in any way. When the helicopter finally hit the ground, it crashed into a hillside in southern California.

Who else died in the helicopter crash with Kobe Bryant?

In addition to Bryant, 41, and his daughter , 13, the crash claimed the lives of Payton Chester, 13; Sarah Chester, 45; Alyssa Altobelli , 14; Keri Altobelli , 46; John Altobelli , 56; Christina Mauser, 38; and the helicopter’s pilot, Ara Zobayan, 50.

Who was Kobe Bryant’s wife?

Vanessa Bryant m. 2001–2020

What time did Kobe die?

Bryant was flying with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven other people when the helicopter went down “in a remote field” in Calabasas, Calif. around 10 a.m. , according to the Associated Press. All nine people aboard the helicopter were killed, Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva said.

Who was Kobe Bryant’s pilot?

Ara Zobayan

What helicopter was Kobe in?

Sikorsky S-76

Who was on board helicopter with Kobe?

Gianna Bryant Bryant

How Vanessa Bryant found out about Kobe?

Vanessa Bryant reveals that she found a letter from Kobe Bryant the day before her birthday. Vanessa Bryant celebrated her birthday on Tuesday and was able to do it with a little bit of comfort. In an Instagram post, Vanessa revealed that Kobe Bryant had left a letter for her and she found it on Monday.

What race is Kobe Bryant’s wife Vanessa?

Vanessa Bryant was born Vanessa Cornejo Urbieta and she is of Mexican descent. She speaks Spanish fluently and has shared and passed down her Mexican heritage to her children.