Helicopter makes emergency landing in Mesa neighborhood

Helicopter lands in Mesa neighborhood

It was a rude awakening for people in the East Valley when a helicopter made an emergency landing near several homes.

MESA, Ariz. - No one was hurt after a helicopter made an emergency landing in a Mesa neighborhood early Saturday morning, fire officials said.

A Bell 47 helicopter reportedly suffered an "unknown in-flight mechanical problem" that forced it to land near 8th Avenue and Sirrine just before 6 a.m. on Oct. 1.

The pilot was able to land safely, and the aircraft had minor damages.

"Mesa Fire and Police are on scene securing the area until the aircraft can be removed," officials said.