URGENT UPDATE: A tragic medical helicopter crash in Tennessee has left one crew member dead and two others critically injured. The incident occurred around 2 PM on November 9, 2025, when a Vanderbilt University Medical Center LifeFlight helicopter went down in a field near Cairo Bend Road, approximately 30 miles east of Nashville.
The helicopter, an Airbus EC130T2, was carrying a pilot and two medical crew members when it suddenly plunged from the sky shortly after departing from Music City Executive Airport in Gallatin. Eyewitnesses reported the helicopter was airborne for roughly eight minutes before crashing into the ground.
“We are deeply saddened to confirm that a LifeFlight helicopter was involved in an accident this afternoon,” stated officials from Vanderbilt University Medical Center. They confirmed that while one crew member lost their life, the two injured are currently receiving critical care at Vanderbilt University Hospital.
Local emergency crews quickly responded to the scene, where the helicopter was found on its side and significantly damaged but fortunately did not catch fire. The identities of the victims have not yet been disclosed as authorities continue their investigation into the cause of the crash.
Both the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are now overseeing the investigation, working to determine what led to this devastating accident.
In a statement, the Wilson County Fire Department expressed their condolences, saying, “Our hearts are heavy tonight in Wilson County. We mourn the loss of a dedicated LifeFlight crew member and pray for healing for those injured.” Emotional tributes have poured in from the community, as locals grapple with the shocking event in their usually peaceful neighborhood.
One witness recounted the harrowing moment, saying, “I saw it go down. The helicopter was sitting on its side, almost rolled over… It did have a lot of damage.”
As the investigation unfolds, the community remains in shock, and we will continue to provide updates on this developing story as more information becomes available.
Stay tuned for further details on the crash and the ongoing recovery efforts for the injured crew members.
