The pilot of the helicopter that crashed in Manitowoc County Wednesday is identified as 61-year-old Paul Ruppert of Madison.
Ruppert sustained multi systems trauma including his head, neck, chest and right leg as a result of the crash.
He was removed from the aircraft prior to the arrival of EMS and other rescue personnel by ground personnel and co-workers present when the aircraft crashed. They attempted CPR at the scene.
He was pronounced dead at the scene by Coroner Curtis Green at 11:40 a.m. Wednesday. All family has been notified. Funeral arrangements are being made.
