Pilot's lucky escape after chopper crashes at Westpac Centre Firefighters mop up a fuel spill after the crash at the Westpac Centre. Picture: Stephen Harmen Source: News Limited A PILOT who was ferrying celebrities to and from Flemington racetrack today has miraculously walked away unscathed after her helicopter crashed. The woman was taking off at Collingwood's training ground at the Westpac Centre at 6.35pm when she lost control of the helicopter. Spinning wildly, the helicopter erupted into flames as it crashed. Picture: Stephen Harmen The pilot walked away from the wreckage and was treated for only minor injuries. No one else was on the helicopter. Police were on the scene within minute while firefighters smothered the flames with foam. More to come ...