In 2019, 74-year-old Katalin Metro was hiking near Piestewa Peak in Phoenix when she tripped and injured her face and nose. Although she said she didn’t want to be airlifted, rescuers chose to transport her by helicopter—and the basket began spinning wildly in midair, a moment that quickly went viral online. Metro and her husband later filed a negligence claim against the city, arguing that the unwanted airlift and chaotic rescue caused additional trauma. The Phoenix City Council ultimately appr

WILD HELICOPTER RESCUE: It was a bit of a bumpy ride this morning when firefighters say a 74-year-old woman had to be flown off of Piestewa Peak after she suffered an injury while hiking. STORY: http://bit.ly/2WlfHIg | FOX 10 Phoenix

Piestewa Peak is one of the most underrated hikes in Phoenix. It is a steep climb to the summit, but the views at the top make it worth it. Have you hiked it yet? 🌄👟 #stormviews #welcometoarizona #besthikingspots #winterhikes #arizonahiking Credits: @yourztrulystephy | Welcome to Arizona

Ring-tailed cat on Piestewa Peak! Video by Patrick Bulger (ny_2_az on Instagram) | 12News