Fatal Hudson River Helicopter Crash: 6 Reported Dead | LIVE
A tragic incident unfolded when a tourist helicopter seemingly disintegrated midair before crashing into the Hudson River, claiming the lives of a family of three children and two adults from Spain, as well as the pilot. The Bell 206 aircraft, operated by New York Helicopters, took off from a Lower Manhattan heliport and lost control near Pier A Park in Hoboken. Emergency responders recovered two victims on site, and two others later succumbed to their injuries at nearby hospitals. The victims, who were tourists from Spain, have not been identified pending notification of their relatives. Eyewitnesses observed the helicopter breaking apart in midair, with the rotor blades and possibly the entire assembly separating, leading to the tragic outcome. Aviation experts suggest that the helicopter's rotor blades may have caused irreparable damage, resulting in the crash. An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the accident. Tragic incidents involving aircraft have occurred in Manhattan in the past, highlighting the risks associated with air travel in the area.
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