Bird strikes implicated in NYC Hudson helicopter crash that killed six, NTSB says

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An NTSB briefing says geese remains on the wreckage and witness reports indicate the helicopter struck multiple birds before the April 10, 2025 Hudson River crash that killed six, including Brant and Canada geese and a gull; the findings heighten safety concerns and fuel talks of restrictions on sightseeing helicopter flights.
- NYC helicopter that crashed in Hudson River and killed 6 last year shows signs of bird strike, NTSB says ABC7 New York
- Tourist Helicopter Struck Geese Before Crashing in Hudson River, Documents Show The New York Times
- Deadly New York helicopter crash in Hudson River last year most likely caused by bird strike, NTSB says CBS News
- Tourist helicopter hit flock of birds before crashing into the Hudson River last April, NTSB says CNN
- An NYC helicopter that crashed and killed 6 last year shows signs of bird strike, safety board says AP News
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