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CA pilot killed in helicopter crash while fighting Utah wildfire
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Vincent Camarillo , as published by ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC)
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the crash and Elliot's service can be found through ABC7 News.
A California pilot has been killed in a helicopter crash while fighting a wildfire in Utah. The pilot, Miles Elliot, is being remembered for his dedication to public service. He leaves behind a wife and a 9-year-old son.
Details about the crash are limited, but it is known that Elliot was battling a large wildfire in Utah at the time of the incident. Further information about the crash and Elliot's service can be found through ABC7 News. The loss of Miles Elliot is a reminder of the risks faced by those who work to protect communities from wildfires.
For more on this story, readers can visit the ABC7 News website.
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Category: safety Published: August 11, 2026 Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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