Monroe Smith, 67, a pilot from Glenside, and Christopher Dougherty, 45, a photographer from Oreland, were in 6ABC’s Chopper 6 when it crashed in Washington Township, New Jersey on Tuesday night.

6ABC has shared more details about Smith, Dougherty, and the crash.

About Monroe Smith:

Smith was a native of Philadelphia. He was an Army pilot, a dad, and had a “quiet cool” about him. He was also so proud of his son who was also a military pilot and even recently welcomed a new grandbaby.

He spent his time volunteering to help young people interested in aviation. Just this summer, he participated in the Aviation Career Enhancement Program.

“Everyone around the airport respected and loved him,” Victor Castro, a fellow pilot who worked with Smith, said.

About Christopher Dougherty:

Dougherty leaves behind a wife and two daughters and so many friends, including those in the Oreland Lions Club, an international club that helps local communities.

The Chopper 6 photographer had a love for song and would share his talents on social media. He was known to play guitar in the office from time to time while waiting for the next assignment.

“I don’t know if I ever knew a man who was so laid back. I’d see him get fired up, I’d see him get fired up about them Phillies,” Walter Hackett, who recruited Dougherty to The Oreland Lions Club, said.

He was also known to play open mic nights at The Royal in Glenside.

“He was a double threat — he played guitar, played percussion and he could sing!” said Matthew Kresge, who performed with Dougherty at The Royal. A video of Dougherty playing music can be found below:

Smith had been a part of the Action News team through U.S. Helicopters for over 20 years and Dougherty for 18 years.

About the crash:

NTSB investigators arrived on the scene Thursday and will be there for three days before the helicopter is taken to a secure facility for a more in-depth evaluation.

The information and records the NTSB will examine include flight track data, air traffic control communications, maintenance records, weather conditions, the pilot’s license and flight experience, a 72-hour background check of the pilot, witness statements, and potential information from electronic devices and any available surveillance video – including doorbell cameras.

To learn more about how NTSB will investigate the crash:

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