On Friday the last radio traffic helicopter in the US will land for the final time as newsradio WCBS-AM goes dark. On 9/11, however, their traffic reporter was the first word on what was going on at the WTC
NY Helicopter Traffic Reporter Was 9/11’s ‘First Word’
WCBS 880 radio helicopter traffic reporter Tom Kaminski is also known for his brief role as an eyewitness to one of the darkest events in American history.
With more than three decades of experience as a helicopter reporter in the skies above the New York City area, Tom Kaminski had a closeup view of one of the most shocking events in American history. (Photo: Brittainy Newman)