LEHI, Utah — A medical helicopter with a child in need of critical care was halted after a drone was spotted flying directly overhead, according to Lehi police.
In a video shared by the South Jordan Fire Department, a LifeFlight helicopter landed at Primary Children's Hospital at 3:40 p.m. a drone was seen flying directly overhead.
The helicopter was landing to pick up a child in critical care who needed transport to a different facility for further care.
All air operations were ceased until the drone left the area. Drones are not allowed to operate within three-quarters of a mile from a helipad unless approved by the FAA.
