The pilot said he grabbed a seat cushion that popped out of the water, and that’s what probably saved their lives.

MODESTO, CA (March 18, 2025) – Saturday morning, Bob Campana suffered injuries in a helicopter crash at the Modesto Reservoir. For reasons under investigation, Campana, who was operating the ...

Just after noon Sunday, the mangled helicopter was raised from the bed of the reservoir, and was pulled by a Stanislaus ...

Modesto businessman Bob Campana is saddened and humbled by what happened Saturday morning at Modesto Reservoir. But he’s grateful for the happenstance that allowed him and a friend to escape the ...

The pilot of a private helicopter that crashed into the Modesto Reservoir over the weekend said he feels blessed to have ...

MODESTO – The pilot of a helicopter that crashed into the Modesto Reservoir on Saturday says he feels lucky to be alive. He has minor injuries, but his spirits were still high as the helicopter was ...

"To me, this is a gift from God," said Bob Campana. Campana was the pilot who survived the crash into the reservoir. Incredibly, he was able to swim away from the wreckage. His passenger also ...

Chuck MacLeod purchased Arthur Funeral Home from Jim Arthur in January. Lyla Maybee, Bob Elliott and Cy Elliott are also on staff.

MODESTO, Calif. — At 71 years old, Bob Campana may have just escaped death. "You kind of have a different perspective," said Campana. "(You) make an assessment of what is of value in life." ...