Overview

• The Bell 206L-4 helicopter crashed into the Hudson River at approximately 3:17 p.m. near Pier 40 and the Holland Tunnel, killing all six onboard.
• Victims included a Spanish family of five—two adults and three children—and the pilot, as confirmed by New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
• Witnesses reported catastrophic midair failure, with parts of the helicopter, including the rotor blade, detaching before the crash.
• The helicopter was on a 15-minute sightseeing tour, having departed from Lower Manhattan and flown over landmarks like Governor’s Island and the Statue of Liberty.
• The FAA and NTSB have launched investigations into the crash, focusing on potential mechanical failure as a contributing factor.