Who Is Eric Nixon? Owner of Helicopter that Crashed in California Is Daredevil Pilot Known for His Thrilling Stunts

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

64% : Initial reports point to a possible tail-rotor failure, a serious problem that can lead to an immediate loss of control.
60% : Thrill Turns into Tragedy Videos from bystanders captured a harrowing scene as Nixon's helicopter spun out of control before crashing into palm trees outside The Waterfront Beach Resort, sending debris flying across the boardwalk and forcing beachgoers to scramble for safety.
59% : Witnesses said they gasped as the aircraft appeared to lose control, with its tail rotor apparently failing before it plunged toward the ground.
53% : Witnesses said the helicopter appeared to be lowering down toward the trees when it suddenly shot back up and spun out of control.
50% : A thrill-seeking helicopter pilot known for flying low and fast was identified as the owner of the aircraft that spun out of control and crashed into a beachfront hotel in Huntington Beach, California, on Saturday afternoon.

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