Freeway lanes were shut down after a helicopter made an emergency landing in South Los Angeles Thursday night.
The helicopter touched down on the southbound lanes of the 110 Freeway, just north of the 105 Freeway interchange at around 8:30 p.m., according to the California Highway Patrol.
Three people, including the pilot, were aboard the small chopper when it made the emergency landing. They were able to exit the aircraft without injuries, authorities said.
The aircraft, a 2011 Robinson R44 II, reportedly took off from the Hawthorne Airport at 7:35 p.m. It’s unclear where the passengers were headed at the time.
A SigAlert was issued, shutting down all southbound lanes on the 110 Freeway. Traffic is being diverted at the Century Boulevard exit.
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A helicopter landed on the 110 Freeway in South Los Angeles, shutting down lanes and blocking traffic on September 5, 2024. (KTLA) -
Crews worked to remove the damaged helicopter that made an emergency landing on the 110 Freeway in South Los Angeles on September 5, 2024. (KTLA) -
Traffic on the 110 Freeway was backed up for miles after an emergency helicopter landing in South Los Angeles on September 5, 2024. (KTLA) -
The helicopter was lifted onto the flatbed of a tow truck after an emergency landing on the 110 Freeway in South Los Angeles on September 5, 2024. (KTLA)
Multiple agencies responded to the scene and are working to remove the downed helicopter. It’s unclear what caused the sudden landing, but at least one of the helicopter’s blades appeared damaged.
Crews were seen lifting the chopper with a crane and placing it onto the flatbed of a tow truck.
No injuries have been reported so far. Traffic was backed up for miles as authorities worked to clear the scene.
This developing story will be updated.