A helicopter crash near the Gold Coast in January 2023 killed four people, including pilot Ashley Jenkinson, in a collision during a scenic flight. Families shared heart-wrenching testimonies — the Hughes couple, vacationing Brits, were remembered for their love of life, while the Tadros family grapples with the loss of Vanessa and the lifelong trauma faced by their son Nicholas, who was critically injured. New evidence revealed cocaine traces in the pilot’s system, with witnesses saying he used drugs before the crash — experts link his impairment to a cocktail of drugs, alcohol, and fatigue. The helicopter company claims ignorance of his drug use. As the inquest nears its end, families hope the findings will prevent future tragedies and honor those lost.

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