Rick Lucas

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Rick Lucas is a helicopter pilot known for his remarkable escape from a crash in the Pauatahanui inlet in 2017, where he managed to survive after losing control of the BK117 A-3 helicopter while transporting power poles. His experience highlights the challenges and dangers faced by pilots in the aviation industry.

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Pilot Rick Lucas managed to escape the sinking aircraft during a previous helicopter incident.

Wellington helicopter crash: Police recover two bodies from Paekākāriki Hill area

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·

New Zealand· 2026-01-28

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