Following the tragic crash of a Bell 206 helicopter that resulted in six fatalities, the FAA has grounded its operators and initiated safety investigations. The incident occurred during a sightseeing flight, where the helicopter's rotor blade detached before crashing into the water. The FAA cited complications regarding operational leadership, as the company's director of operations had ceased flights due to safety concerns, which conflicted with the CEO's decisions. Videos capturing the crash have circulated widely, escalating concerns about helicopter safety protocols.
"The FAA has issued an emergency order grounding the operators of the Bell 206 helicopter that crashed last week in the Hudson River outside of New York City, killing all six persons on board."
"According to the emergency order from the FAA, the agency is taking this action in part because it appears that the company's director of operations, Jason Costello, was fired after he voluntarily shut down flights."
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