Helicopter crashes at private residence in Morris County, FAA says

Jay EdwardsOctober 20, 2026

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KINNELON BOROUGH, N.J. (Morris County) — Federal aviation officials are investigating a helicopter crash that occurred Monday evening, Oct. 19, at a private residence in Kinnelon Borough.

According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), a Robinson R44 helicopter crashed around 8:45 p.m.

The FAA said only the pilot was aboard the helicopter at the time of the crash.

Authorities have not released information regarding injuries or what may have caused the crash.

The FAA will investigate the crash.

Jay EdwardsOctober 20, 2026

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Jay Edwards

Born and raised in Northwest NJ, Jay has a degree in Communications and has had a life-long interest in local radio and various styles of music. Jay has held numerous jobs over the years such as stunt car driver, bartender, voice-over artist, traffic reporter (award winning), NY Yankee maintenance crewmember and peanut farm worker. His hobbies include mountain climbing, snowmobiling, cooking, performing stand-up comedy and he is an avid squirrel watcher. Jay has been a guest on America’s Morning Headquarters,program on The Weather Channel, and was interviewed by Sam Champion.