No one injured after tourist helicopter tilts over near the Seawall, Galveston PD says

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A tourist helicopter flipped over after attempting to take off near the Galveston Seawall Tuesday afternoon, according to authorities.

The Galveston Police Department said it happened at round 12:21 p.m. in the 500 block of Seawall Boulevard.

Police said the pilot was the only one on board and was not injured. The pilot was able to exit the aircraft on his own, according to police.

SkyEye flew over the scene, showing the chopper tilted over and a $50 helicopter ride sign.

After completing their investigation, the FAA released the scene back to theaircraft's owner, Galveston Helicopter Adventures, so they could make arrangements for removal of the damaged helicopter.

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