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Cocaine, Alcohol, Fatigue: Pilot's Tragic End

Cocaine, Alcohol, Fatigue: Pilot's Tragic End

Update: 2025-12-03
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Helicopter pilot Ashley Jenkinson, involved in a fatal mid-air collision, likely suffered from cocaine withdrawal, alcohol hangover, and fatigue. Despite negative drug tests, autopsy results showed cocaine in his system. Jenkinson had consumed alcohol and cocaine before the crash, but tested negative for alcohol before work. He completed flights and lunch before his final, fatal take-off. Experts suggest subtle signs of impairment might not have been obvious. Jenkinson and three others died in the collision, with nine injured. The inquest continues to investigate the incident.

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Cocaine, Alcohol, Fatigue: Pilot's Tragic End

Cocaine, Alcohol, Fatigue: Pilot's Tragic End