
1702: Sloppin' Hopper
North Carolina National Guard, Rotor Wash Incident, Burnsville
The North Carolina National Guard issued an apology after a helicopter pilot accidentally damaged a civilian donation center in Burnsville. While attempting to deliver generators, the rotor wash from the aircraft blew away tents and supplies, leading to social media accusations of intentional harassment. Major General Todd Hunt confirmed the crew has been grounded pending an investigation into the lack of coordination with local law enforcement.


