Tragedy struck in Hammonton, New Jersey on Sunday as two helicopters collided midair, resulting in the deaths of both pilots. Kenneth Kirsch, 65, and Michael Greenberg, 71, lived locally and frequently dined together at a nearby café.
Witnesses reported seeing the helicopters flying closely before the crash, with one spiraling down just moments before the other followed suit. Local authorities are working with the National Transportation Safety Board to investigate the cause of the crash, looking into possible communications between the two pilots.
The poignant loss of these friends highlights the tight-knit community of Hammonton, known for its agricultural roots and local camaraderie.
