Recovering the rotor of the helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River is a critical development as investigators seek to determine the cause of the tragedy. The accident, which resulted in the deaths of a Spanish family of five and their pilot, involved the helicopter breaking apart midair shortly after takeoff. Witness footage showed the rotor spinning independently as the chopper fell. The FAA has suspended operations of New York Helicopter Tours and is reviewing the company's safety records, with the firm pledging cooperation in the ongoing investigation.
Investigators continue to probe what caused the deadly tragedy.
The rotor will likely offer up clues as to how the sightseeing helicopter managed to break apart in midair.
The FAA revealed the tour company would be shutting down operations immediately.
The company said it was cooperating with authorities in the investigation.
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