A police department's helicopter unit has been impacted by a reduction in staff. The unit now has three pilots, a decrease from its previous five. This change comes after two officers faced charges related to their pilot certifications.

The department is currently relying on assistance from nearby agencies to help fill the gap. Efforts are also underway to train additional pilots.

Further information on this situation is available from the source, KTVU FOX 2 News, which reported on the charges and the department's response to the staffing reduction.