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Low-Flying Helicopter Over Hollywood Forever Cemetery Draws Concern From Residents
The Robinson helicopter, contracted by Rogue Aviation, was at the cemetery to practice a rose petal drop at a funeral on Wednesday.
January 14, 2026
A low-flying helicopter making rounds over the Hollywood Forever Cemetery on Tuesday afternoon drew some concerns from residents and even a visit from a law enforcement aircraft.
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Los Angeles police said that they received a 911 call to the cemetery, which is located in the 6000 block of Santa Monica Boulevard, at around 3 p.m. for an aircraft emergency.
However, the incident was actually a planned event. The Robinson helicopter, contracted by Rogue Aviation, was at the cemetery to practice a rose petal drop at a funeral on Wednesday.
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Rose petals being dropped from a small helicopter over Hollywood Forever Cemetery on Jan. 13, 2026/CBS LA
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