Following a tragic helicopter crash into the Hudson River on April 10, 2025, claiming six lives, New York Helicopter Tours has announced the cessation of its operations. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has initiated a thorough review of the company's safety record. The affected families include a Spanish family and their pilot, highlighting the tragedy's impact. New York Helicopter Tours expressed deep sorrow regarding the event, pledging to support the victims' families and cooperate with ongoing investigations led by the FAA and NTSB.
The FAA is already analyzing airplane/helicopter hotspots nationwide, and we will be hosting a helicopter safety panel on April 22 to discuss the findings, risks, and additional mitigation options.
We are profoundly saddened by the tragic accident and loss of life... Our immediate focus is supporting the families affected by this tragedy and cooperating with the FAA and NTSB investigations.
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