FAA Grounds New York Helicopter Tours Following Fatal Hudson River Crash

Key helicopter components have been recovered as the NTSB continues its investigation into the crash that killed six people, including a family of five.

The Bell 206 L-4 helicopter crashed into the Hudson River on April 10, killing all six people on board, including a Spanish family and the pilot, a Navy veteran.
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued an emergency grounding order for New York Helicopter Tours and is conducting a comprehensive review of the company's operations and safety protocols.
Critical components of the helicopter, including the main and tail rotors, transmission, and roof beam, were recovered on April 14, aiding the ongoing NTSB investigation.
The helicopter was not equipped with flight recorders, complicating efforts to determine the cause of the crash, which occurred during its eighth flight of the day.
A national helicopter safety panel is scheduled for April 22 to address broader aviation safety concerns raised by this incident and similar operations.