New York: A terrible helicopter crash occurred on Thursday (April 10) in the city of New York, USA. A bell carrying tourists crashed into a 206 helicopter Hudson River, killing six people. The dead include five members of the same family in Spain and pilots.
After the accident, emergency services in New York City immediately started search and rescue operations. The bodies of all six people were recovered from the helicopter, but when they were taken to the hospital, doctors declared two of them dead. New York Mayor Eric Adams, expressing his condolences, described the accident as a heart -wrenching.
Businessman and his family died in accident in Spain
According to the New York Post, the helicopter was Spain President and CEO Agustin Escobar, his wife and three sons. Escobar’s family was holidaying in America, but his journey ended sadly. Mayor Eric Adams said, “This incident is extremely sad. We are all shocked to lose a whole family in a single moment.”
President Donald Trump’s response
US President Donald Trump expressed his condolences on an accident in a post on his social media platform ‘Truth’ like Twitter. He wrote, “A terrible helicopter crash has occurred in the Hudson River. Pilot, two adults and three innocent children have lost their lives. The video of the accident is very frightening. God gives strength to their families.” Trump also clarified that US Transport Secretary Sean Dafi and his team are investigating the accident.
How did the accident actually happen?
New York Police Commissioner Jessica Tish said in a press conference that the helicopter belonged to the New York helicopter tour company. The helicopter flew from a helipad in the city at 3 pm. Then his journey started from the north of the Hudson River. As he reached the George Washington Bridge, he suddenly turned to the south. In a few moments, the helicopter lost control and turned straight into the river. The accident occurred at 3:15 pm near Lower Manhattan.
Horrifying moment imprisoned in video
In a video shared on social media, a large item is seen falling rapidly in the water. Then for a few seconds a helicopter blade structure appears above the water, and the water immediately calms down. The emergency system became active as soon as the helicopter crashed. Teams of police, fire department and coast guard immediately reached the spot and started a search operation.
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Investigation and possible cause
Officials said that preliminary investigation cited technical fault or a possible reason for losing control by pilot. However, the National Transport Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have started a joint investigation to find out exact causes of the accident. NTSB officials said that the black box and other important data recorders of the helicopter would be found soon, which will help clarify the correct cause of the accident.
New York’s Tourist Helicopter Services Questions
Criticism of tourist helicopter companies has increased in New York after this accident. The number of helicopter accidents has also increased over the years. There have been many small accidents in the Hudson River area earlier. Therefore, questions are being raised on the security system of tourist helicopter companies.
Grief and new security requirements
This unfortunate accident has shook the city of New York, and this tragedy has also had a serious impact on Spain. American and Spanish authorities have prepared for a joint investigation. New security rules are likely to be implemented for tourist helicopter companies. Strict rules can be made for helicopter maintenance in the near future. An entire family who went on a journey in the accident lost his life, and has inspired global reconsideration on air safety measures.
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